EA to 2 Co-Founders at a Professional Services Firm in Midtown, Fridays Remote
Our client, a growing professional services firm located in Midtown Manhattan, is seeking a proactive and highly organized Executive Assistant to support its two Co-Founders. The firm provides outsourced finance, accounting, tax, operations, and other business services to investment managers, growing businesses, and founders. This is a highly visible opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, manage executive priorities, and contribute to projects across the organization.
The role is approximately 70% support to the CEO/Co-Founder, 20% support to the second Co-Founder, and 10% special projects and broader team support. The ideal candidate is resourceful, personable, and polished, with excellent communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to anticipate needs and drive follow-through.
This role is in-office Monday–Thursday, with Friday remote.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Provide comprehensive administrative support to both Co-Founders, including calendar, meeting, travel, correspondence, and expense management
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Proactively manage competing priorities and shifting calendars, ensuring appropriate preparation and follow-up for meetings and commitments
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Coordinate internal and external meetings with clients, prospects, investors, and other key stakeholders
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Prepare meeting agendas, briefing materials, presentations, reports, and executive communications
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Track action items, deadlines, and commitments, following up to ensure timely completion
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Serve as a liaison between the Co-Founders and internal teams, facilitating clear communication and information flow
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Assist with special projects and strategic initiatives, including research and preparation of summaries to support executive decision-making
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Help organize leadership meetings, company events, and other executive activities
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Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes and executive efficiency
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Anticipate needs, resolve issues proactively, and handle sensitive information with discretion
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Provide additional administrative and operational support as needed
REQUIREMENTS:
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Bachelor’s degree required
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5+ years of experience supporting a senior executive, CEO, President, or other C-suite leader in a fast-paced professional environment
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Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a polished, professional demeanor
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Confidence interacting with senior executives, clients, and external stakeholders
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Proactive, resourceful approach with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
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Meticulous attention to detail, strong follow-through, and a high degree of discretion
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Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and familiarity with collaboration and productivity tools
SALARY:
$80–100K (DOE) + Discretionary Performance Bonus + Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with employee-only premiums covered at 100% + HSA and FSA options + 401(k) retirement savings plan + Unlimited PTO + Hybrid schedule
HOURS:
9:00am–5:00pm, with flexibility and responsiveness outside regular hours required
In-office Monday–Thursday in Midtown Manhattan near Grand Central; Friday remote