Executive Assistant (A1474676NY-Perm) New York, New York

Salary: USD119000 - USD120000 per year

Our client is seeking a highly organized, proactive Executive Assistant to support the Co-Founders of a rapidly growing real estate investment and hospitality platform. This is a high-impact, entrepreneurial executive support role serving as the first dedicated Executive Assistant for the organization. The ideal candidate is proactive, relationship-oriented, and excited to build structure within a fast-paced, founder-led business where strong judgment, initiative, and adaptability are highly valued. Hours are generally 8:30am–5:30pm with flexibility as needed, and the role is fully onsite five days per week.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide executive support to the two Co-Founders, including heavy calendar management and scheduling
  • Coordinate extensive domestic travel arrangements, itineraries, accommodations, transportation, and logistics
  • Serve as a trusted partner in managing executive priorities and maximizing efficiency
  • Manage client-facing communications and stakeholder interactions with professionalism and discretion
  • Anticipate scheduling conflicts, identify solutions, and proactively manage changing priorities
  • Coordinate meetings, events, dinners, team outings, and leadership activities
  • Assist with special projects and strategic business initiatives
  • Support executive communications, follow-up items, and operational workflows
  • Partner with founders to help strengthen office culture and employee engagement
  • Plan and coordinate team events, celebrations, and relationship-building activities
  • Act as a central point of coordination across executives, investors, and outside partners
  • Help establish administrative best practices and scale operations as the company continues to grow

Qualifications:

  • 5–7+ years of Executive Assistant experience
  • Experience supporting founders, executives, senior leaders, or investment professionals
  • Strong calendar management and travel coordination expertise
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  • Strong judgment and problem-solving capabilities
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
  • Professional, client-facing demeanor with outstanding interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs and proactively manage priorities
  • Comfortable supporting executives who operate with a high degree of urgency and flexibility
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Strong interest in helping build culture and contribute beyond traditional executive support

Compensation / Benefits:

  • Up to $120K base salary + discretionary annual bonus
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) plan
  • Generous PTO package
  • Complimentary lunch provided on Fridays
  • Access to discounted stays across the company's hospitality portfolio
  • Hybrid flexibility earned through trust and tenure