Executive Assistant to Two C-Suite Execs at Midtown Hedge Fund
New York, New York
Our client, a well-known and respected Hedge Fund in Midtown is looking to hire a star Executive Assistant to support two C-Suite Executives and their teams. This individual will be responsible for handling a variety of administrative tasks, including travel, calendar management and projects for the team. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who has demonstrated the ability to function independently in a fast-paced, and demanding environment. This person will be intellectually curious, intuitive, detail oriented, resourceful, trustworthy and have the highest ethical standards. In addition, the individual will be effective addressing several internal and external audiences in a professional manner. This person will add value by working on a number of simultaneous projects with minimal supervision and exemplary follow-through. This client has a strong focus on in-person collaboration, and team members are expected to work in person with their colleagues.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support 2 C-Suite Executives and their teams
Maintain calendar and handle scheduling of all meetings and appointments
Answer phones and retrieve voicemails daily
Managing select business correspondence
Project management throughout the department
Manage business contacts by updating/adding to contact database
Organize and arrange both onsite and offsite meetings and other event planning duties
Arrange travel needs through internal travel department and create complete travel itineraries for all trips
Manage, organize, and maintain accurate files
Act as liaison between Executives and business colleagues
Provide backup support to other Executive Assistant as needed
Support the team with new hire onboarding
Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier university
Experienced professional with a minimum of 7-15 years of Executive Assistant experience, ideally in a role supporting multiple individuals (rather than one single senior executive).
Excellent English, grammar, written and oral communication skills
Proven record of successful problem solving
Superior organizational skills and record-keeping, and strong attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal skills, positive attitude and high energy level
Proactiveness and awareness on how and when to move things forward
Requires some flexibility with work schedule
Adaptable, flexible to changes and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Excel, PowerPoint, and related software