Executive Assistant (A1467603Ny-Temp) New York, New York

Salary: USD125000 - USD125000 per year

Our client, a growing software-as-a-service company located in Midtown, Manhattan is seeking to hire a highly organized, proactive, and adaptable Temp-to-Perm Executive Assistant to support its newly hired Chief Product Officer and, in time, a forthcoming Chief Technology Officer. This is a newly created position due to company growth, joining an established executive support team consisting of two Executive Assistants and a Chief of Staff.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative, bustling sales environment and has experience supporting senior executives at the C-suite level. This individual will serve as a trusted partner, managing complex calendars, coordinating extensive travel, supporting recruiting efforts, and helping drive operational efficiency for senior leadership. This role requires five days/week on-site from 9am-5pm with Paid OT as needed.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide high-level administrative support to the Chief Product Officer and future Chief Technology Officer
  • Manage complex and ever-changing calendars, ensuring priorities are aligned and schedules are optimized
  • Coordinate frequent domestic travel, including conferences, client meetings, and internal events
  • Support recruiting and interview coordination for technical hires
  • Arrange meetings across multiple stakeholders, both internally and externally
  • Prepare executives for meetings through scheduling logistics and administrative support
  • Partner closely with the EA team, Chief of Staff, and other cross-functional teams
  • Assist with special projects and ad hoc administrative needs as they arise
  • Participate in a rotating Friday reception coverage schedule alongside the Executive Assistant team

Qualifications

  • Prior experience supporting C-suite executives is required
  • Demonstrated success managing complex calendars and travel arrangements for senior leadership
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the confidence to interact with senior executives
  • Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and navigate ambiguity
  • Collaborative team player who values partnership and relationship-building
  • Comfortable providing thoughtful pushback, asking questions, and seeking feedback when needed
  • Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Stable work history; candidates with excessive job-hopping are not favored

Compensation/Benefits:

  • Up to 125K base + Paid OT
  • Great benefits
  • Equity option
  • PTO and sick time
  • Annual Health & Wellness and Learning & Development stipends
  • 3 international working weeks/year