Executive Assistant

THE CLIENT

Our client is a highly respected private equity firm with decades of industry experience and a stellar reputation in the market. While headquartered in the Midwest, their Midtown Manhattan office houses a close-knit team of investment and business support professionals. The firm is deeply committed to investing in its people, which is reflected in their collaborative culture, strong employee tenure, and emphasis on long-term growth and development.

THE ROLE

This Executive Assistant position will support two Vice Presidents on the Financial Services & Technology (FS&T) investment team. This is a newly created role due to team growth, supporting a returning executive and a newly hired executive joining the firm. Over time, the position is expected to expand to support a total of three to four investment professionals.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring strong business judgment, intellectual curiosity, and a proactive approach to executive support. The team is prioritizing personality fit, adaptability, and the ability to learn quickly over pedigree alone.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage complex and ever-changing calendars across multiple stakeholders
• Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements
• Prepare and process expense reports
• Provide high-level administrative support to investment professionals
• Manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Assist with ad hoc projects and team initiatives as needed
• Utilize technology and emerging AI tools to streamline administrative processes and improve efficiency

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate is organized, sharp, and highly professional, with the ability to operate independently and anticipate the needs of busy executives. They are comfortable receiving real-time feedback, adaptable to changing priorities, and eager to learn in a fast-moving investment environment.

Qualifications:

• Prior Executive Assistant experience supporting senior professionals
• Experience in private equity or financial services preferred
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting demands
• Strong business judgment and problem-solving skills
• Self-sufficient with a proactive mindset
• Comfortable supporting multiple executives simultaneously
• Able to learn quickly with limited training
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Friendly, professional, and team-oriented approach
• Comfortable asking questions and taking initiative when needed

THE COMP/BENEFITS

• Base salary of $125,000-$150,000 plus overtime eligibility
• 10%-15% discretionary bonus
• Hybrid schedule: Monday through Thursday in office, Friday work from home
• Typical hours of 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
• Opportunity to join a highly respected private equity firm with strong leadership and a collaborative culture
• Supportive team of Executive Assistants and excellent long-term growth potential
• Updated benefits package to be provided upon request

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