Executive Assistant - Thriving Private Equity Firm

Job Description

Job Description

Executive Assistant – Thriving Private Equity Firm

 

$100,000 – $140,000 base DOE + Discretionary Bonus + 100% Paid Benefits

 

A distinguished and highly collaborative Private Equity firm in Midtown is seeking a high-caliber Executive Assistant to support two key Senior Executives on the team. This is a rare opportunity to join a "one-of-a-kind" culture where the administrative team operates with a true "all hands on deck" mentality and a collegial, family-like feel.

 

You will be an integral part of a sophisticated team of EAs who take immense pride in their work. The firm is looking for a top-tier professional —someone who understands the strategic importance of the EA role and is eager to develop within a company that deeply values its employees.

 

Location: Midtown West — Onsite Monday-Friday Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:30/6:00 PM

 

Key Responsibilities

• High-Level Executive Support: Manage complex, shifting calendars and coordinate domestic and international travel.
• Specialized Tasks: Support executive workstreams, including recruitment scheduling and managing data within Salesforce .
• Presentation Materials: Assist with the creation and refinement of presentations and pitch decks using PowerPoint .
• Team-Oriented Collaboration: Work alongside the existing EA team to provide seamless backup and coverage; no task is too small in this environment.
• Proactive Project Management: Anticipate needs before they arise, take detailed notes, and manage ad-hoc projects as the firm continues to scale.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience: 5–10+ years of EA experience within Finance .
• Technical Savvy: Proficiency in Salesforce and expert-level PowerPoint skills.
• The "Roll Up Your Sleeves" Attitude: You are someone who finds fulfillment in traditional EA duties but is also happy to jump in and help with office-wide needs.
• Discretion: Impeccable judgment and a deep understanding of the confidentiality required.
• Meticulous Nature: You are hyper-organized, proactive, and take a high degree of ownership over your work—you are 110% dedicated to the success of the team.

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