Executive Assistant Human Resources

Executive Assistant – Human Resources | Global Hedge Fund Location: Midtown Manhattan Schedule: Hybrid – 4 days onsite, 1 day remote Compensation: up to $120,000 base (DOE) + Overtime + Discretionary Bonus Our client, a prestigious global hedge fund, is seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to support senior Human Resources leadership. This is a highly visible role for a polished, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance environment and enjoys being a true strategic partner. This team is looking for someone with a high-touch support style who naturally anticipates needs, exercises sound judgment, and operates with the utmost discretion. The ideal candidate is resourceful, detail-oriented, and enjoys owning projects from inception through execution while managing multiple competing priorities. What You'll Do Provide executive support to senior Human Resources leadership, including complex calendar management, meeting coordination, and executive communications. Coordinate domestic and international travel, detailed itineraries, and expense reporting. Manage confidential HR initiatives, onboarding logistics, interview scheduling, and candidate coordination. Partner closely with Learning & Development leadership to coordinate training programs, workshops, and leadership events. Plan and execute team meetings, off-sites, training sessions, and firm events from start to finish. Prepare presentations, meeting materials, agendas, and executive correspondence. Manage special projects and cross-functional initiatives while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. Serve as a trusted partner to senior leaders by anticipating needs and ensuring seamless day-to-day operations. Qualifications 4–7+ years of Executive Assistant experience supporting senior executives in a fast-paced corporate environment. Previous Executive Assistant experience supporting Human Resources leadership is strongly preferred. Bachelor's degree preferred, though equivalent experience will be considered. Outstanding organizational, communication, and project management skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality. Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency. A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with exceptional follow-through. Please submit your resume in Word format for immediate consideration. You can use to collect and manage your references for free and share them with us or anyone else you choose. Candidates with references are always preferred by our clients. Now is the most important time to stand out from the crowd. We suggest that you ensure you have updated your LinkedIn profile and that you start collecting your references early.