Our client, a leading global alternative asset management firm located in Manhattan is looking for a Temp Executive Assistant to join their team to help cover a leave. This is a 2 month contract starting at the end of February through early May with flexibility to extend. This person will be in office at least 3 days per week with the rest work from home. Hours generally start at 8:30am through 7pm, with flexibility for earlier start times and availability through 8pm and some weekends. Compensation is up to $50/hr.

Responsibilities:

• General administrative duties: heavy calendaring, travel management, expenses, confidential document preparation
• Meeting planning, prep, logistics, and oversight
• Manage sensitive info with discretion
• Develop understanding of team goals and align tasks accordingly
• Balance multiple priorities with accuracy and urgency
• Anticipate issues and address needs proactively
• Build trust-based relationships across teams
• Serve as sole EA for the business unit, acting as the main administrative point of contact 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• 5+ years of relevant administrative experience (financial industry preferred)
• Mastery of Microsoft Office Suite
• Clear and accurate communication skills
• Discretion and integrity
• High attention to detail; able to multitask in fast-paced environment
• Flexibility for after-hours needs
• Strong organizational and time-management capability
• Strong relationship and rapport-building skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Positive attitude and collaborative nature