Senior Executive Assistant

A leading global investment and technology firm with gorgeous offices in Midtown Manhattan is seeking a highly organized, resourceful, and proactive Senior Executive Assistant to provide exceptional administrative and operational support to senior executives. Candidates must have a minimum of 7-10+ years of applicable experience ideally working in a corporate environment (although the firm is committed to building a diverse team of talented individuals and encourages candidates with a wide range of professional backgrounds and experiences to apply) and a Bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred/required. They should be incredibly polished and professional, smart, eager, strategic, and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written). The firm is known for its exceptionally talented people, high standards, collaborative culture, and thoughtful approach to work. Executive Assistants are trusted partners to senior leaders and are given meaningful ownership over their work, with opportunities to take on projects, solve problems, and continually develop their skills. This is an exciting, once-in-a-life opportunity to join a fast-paced, intellectually rigorous, welcoming, and highly collaborative environment where Executive Assistants play an important role in helping senior leaders operate at their highest level!

Salary depends on experience ($130,000–145,000 base salary), plus paid overtime (for hours worked over 40 per week) and discretionary year-end bonus eligibility.

• Exceptional on-site fitness center with premium amenities.
• Full-service chef kitchen with complimentary daily meals, snacks, beverages, and more.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical and prescription drug coverage.
• 401(k) contribution matching.
• Wellness reimbursement.
• Family-building benefits.
• Charitable gift matching.
• A casual office environment, with a more relaxed dress code during the summer.

Hours are 9:00am-6:00pm, with flexibility. Hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office / 2 days remote). Strong emphasis on work-life balance and generally predictable working hours.

Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level administrative and operational support to senior executives, managing a broad range of strategic and day-to-day responsibilities.
• Manage complex and dynamic calendars, prioritize competing demands, and proactively identify and resolve scheduling conflicts.
• Triage incoming communications and serve as a trusted liaison between executives, internal teams, and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, meetings, conferences, and events with precision and attention to detail.
• Anticipate executive needs and proactively manage follow-ups, logistics, and time-sensitive priorities.
• Help keep business initiatives organized and on track by coordinating information, deadlines, and next steps.
• Take ownership of ad hoc projects and initiatives that require strong judgment, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with the highest degree of discretion and professionalism.
• Leverage productivity tools and emerging technologies, including generative AI, to improve workflows and support executive effectiveness.
• Work independently while collaborating closely with other Executive Assistants and teams across the firm.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Minimum 7–10+ years of relevant professional experience, ideally supporting senior executives or multiple senior leaders in a demanding environment.
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred, but not required.
• A strong track record of tenure and longevity in previous roles; demonstrated commitment and stability are highly valued.
• Experience working in a rigorous, high-performance environment where expectations are high and attention to detail is critical.
• Proven ability to support demanding senior leaders with professionalism, sound judgment, discretion, and a strong service mindset.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with outstanding attention to grammar, accuracy, and detail.
• Highly organized, proactive, resourceful, and able to manage multiple competing priorities without losing sight of the details.
• Strong work ethic and a willingness to take ownership, follow through, and do what is needed to support the team.
• Intellectually curious, bright, collaborative, low-ego, and easy to work with, with the ability to build strong relationships across a range of personalities and working styles.
• Comfortable working independently while also being a collaborative and supportive team member.
• Strong technology skills and the ability to quickly learn and adopt new tools, including Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Slack, Confluence, SharePoint, and generative AI tools.
• Experience in financial services is not required. The firm welcomes candidates from a wide range of industries and professional backgrounds, particularly those who have demonstrated success in similarly fast-paced and rigorous environments.
• Client service, hospitality, government, technology, startup, creative, or other high-touch professional experience can be highly relevant.

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

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