Executive/Personal Assistant to the Founder of an AI Software Firm in Union Square
New York, NY
Our client, the Founder of an AI focused software company, is seeking a highly intelligent, resourceful Executive Assistant / Right-Hand partner to support both business and personal priorities in Union Square. The ideal candidate thrives working independently, excels at deep research, and can take ambiguous projects from 0→1→completion with minimal direction. This role is not about already knowing everything, but about the ability to learn quickly, iterate rapidly, communicate clearly, and own initiatives end-to-end across a wide range of business and personal needs.
This role is 3x days a week in-office and 2x days remote.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Own and execute a wide range of business and personal projects, often with ambiguity
Conduct deep, thoughtful research across technology, wellness, marketing, and operations topics
Take initiatives from concept through execution, navigating roadblocks independently
Manage business and personal inboxes with the goal of reducing noise and surfacing only key communications
Source, evaluate, and coordinate with external vendors, consultants, and partners
Support outreach and relationship-building efforts for business ventures and partnerships
Create concise written summaries, recommendations, and next-step plans
Assist with gifting, scheduling, travel-related troubleshooting, and lifestyle support as needed
Stay ahead of trends, tools, and information relevant to marketing, AI visibility, and founder priorities
REQUIREMENTS
Exceptionally strong ability to learn quickly and independently
Highly intelligent with excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Strong research capabilities and comfort synthesizing complex information
Clear, concise communicator (written and verbal)
Calm and effective in ambiguous or evolving situations
Proactive, resourceful, and execution-oriented
Tech-savvy and comfortable using tools such as ChatGPT, Google Alerts, LinkedIn, CRM systems, and email platforms
SALARY $160-170K on a base + bonus + benefits HOURS 8/8:30am-5/5:30pm + 24/7 availability
3x days a week in-office, 2x days a remote