Strategic Executive Assistant to Founder - Hedge Fund - NYC (Onsite)

Job Description

Job Description

BURKE+CO.

THE GIST:

Our client, a multi-billion dollar hedge fund in New York City, seeks a razor-sharp Senior Executive Assistant to support their Founder. This is a unique opportunity spanning Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, and operational support responsibilities. The role is intentionally designed to bring structure, clarity, and operational excellence to a dynamic professional and personal environment. The ideal candidate has supported senior executives in finance, consulting, investing, public markets, or high-growth tech and will bring their strong operational mindset to the position.

If you thrive in high-performance environments and are energized by a role that offers by ownership, complexity, and impact - this one is for you!

 

THE NITTY GRITTY:

• Own operational cadence and calendar management, maintaining a rolling 24–48 hour view of priorities, meetings, and deliverables to ensure seamless execution
• Prepare research materials, organize notes and data, capture meeting outcomes, and manage follow-ups to support investment workflows
• Ensure tight coordination across stakeholders and maintain forward momentum on key initiatives
• Design and implement scalable systems that support the Founder’s time allocation, priorities, and decision-making
• Serve as an accountability partner, ensuring follow-through on agreed priorities and commitments
• Create and maintain clear, centralized views of projects, initiatives, and obligations
• Bring structure and intentionality to personal and family scheduling, including children’s activities, commitments, and travel logistics
• Oversee high-level personal financial tracking (bills, payments, and related logistics)
• Research and manage “life design” initiatives, including travel planning, home projects, and systems that support a thoughtful and well-run household

THE ESSENTIALS:

• 5+ years of experience as an EA in finance or a high-growth tech company
• Experience supporting a senior executive in both a business & personal capacity
• Systems-oriented and tech-savvy
• Proficiency in Excel and demonstrated ability to design and improve workflows using AI tools
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong project management and prioritization capabilities
• Naturally organized and process-driven
• Ability to act as an accountability partner
• Thrives in intellectually rigorous, fast-paced settings
• Navigates sensitive situations with maturity and tact

 

THE CHERRY ON TOP:

• Opportunity to act as a strategic partner to an impressive founder and build something amazing together!

LOCATION: New York City (Onsite - Midtown)

 

COMPENSATION: $150k to 180k base salary + bonus + benefits (exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, and expertise)

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*Compensation is aligned with experience, level, and role scope. Most offers fall within the mid-range, with the top of the band generally reserved for candidates with extensive, directly relevant backgrounds. Leveling is determined during the interview process.