AWM - Private Equity - Administrative Assistant - New York

The Goldman Sachs Group; New York, Cary (NY, NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Administrative Support professional to assist high-level executives in a fast-paced environment. This role requires exceptional organizational and communication skills, along with a strong attention to detail. You will manage complex schedules, coordinate travel, and handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion. If you thrive in dynamic settings and possess a proactive mindset, this is the perfect opportunity to contribute to a leading firm in the financial sector while enjoying a supportive and flexible work environment.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Wellness Offerings

Competitive Benefits

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of experience supporting high-level executives.
• Strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support to Senior Advisory Director.
• Coordinates complex travel arrangements and manages calendars.
• Handles confidential client information with discretion.

Skills

Administrative Support

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

MS Office Suite

Discretion and Integrity

Team Player

Tools

SAP Concur

Job description

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. is a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm that provides a wide range of financial services to a substantial and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments and individuals. Founded in 1869, the firm is headquartered in New York and maintains offices in all major financial centers around the world. We commit people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Our people are our greatest asset - we say it often and with good reason. It is only with the determination and dedication of our people that we can serve our clients, generate long-term value for our shareholders and contribute to the broader public. We take pride in supporting each colleague both professionally and personally. From collaborative work spaces and ergonomic services to wellbeing and resilience offerings, we offer our people the flexibility and support they need to reach their goals in and outside the office. We are open to considering requests for flexible working.

Job Summary & Responsibilities:

• Provides administrative support to Senior Advisory Director in a complex team environment and provide backup Managing Director support as needed


• Maintain and coordinate complex and extremely detailed calendars including senior-level internal/ external meetings and conference calls; prioritizes meeting requests and related logistics.


• Manages high volume of phones calls and interacts with high level business leaders and clients in a professional and effective manner.


• Handles highly confidential and sensitive client information with utmost discretion.


• Responds and follows up on client requests in a timely manner.


• Coordinates a high volume of domestic and international travel arrangements, including visa procurement, and processes expense reports in a timely manner.


• Prepares and distributes department correspondence, memos, letters, reports or other documents as requested.


• Maintains understanding of firm policies and handles certain issues independently.


• Responsible for participation in ad-hoc and general administrative duties (copying, filing, faxing, archiving, shipping, supplies etc.), ad-hoc projects, committees and/or event planning.


• Works with conference and catering services for meetings and client engagements as needed.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience supporting high level executive(s) in a complex environment, preferably in financial services, private sector or government.


• Ability to exercise excellent judgment and discretion in dealing with confidential material or handling highly sensitive information.


• Requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written & verbal. Ability to display a consistent, professional degree of communication.


• Extreme attention to detail and organizational skills, with ability to prioritize tasks.


• Quick learner and self-starter with excellent anticipation skills.


• Pro-active problem solver and independent thinker; ability to follow-up as often as necessary.


• Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining high standards, adapt to unexpected events, prioritize and multi-task in a dynamic but deadline driven environment.


• Highest degree of integrity, professionalism, and diplomacy is required.


• Strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook is required.


• Familiar with expense platforms such as SAP Concur


• Supportive team player with a positive attitude.


• Ideal candidate has at least 8-10+ years of experience.

Salary Range

The expected base salary for this New York, New York, United States-based position is $70000-$110000. In addition, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus if you are an active employee as of fiscal year-end.

Benefits

Goldman Sachs is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits and wellness offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are generally available
to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US employees who work at least 20 hours per week, can be found here.