CHRO Executive Assistant & HR Operations Lead

Council on Foreign Relations; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) seeks an organized HR Operations Manager and Executive Assistant to the CHRO for CFR's New York office. This dual-role coordinates HR activities, manages cross-functional projects, and supports executive operations with confidentiality and tact.

You will handle calendar and travel logistics, meeting notes, vendor and invoice processes, and act as a trusted liaison across CFR offices and HR sub-groups. On-site full-time commitment required.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant experience coordinating cross-functional HR projects.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
• HR experience preferred but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication; high discretion.

Responsibilities

• Act as first point of contact for Human Resources department and CHRO, triaging inquiries and directing employees to the appropriate HR resource in a timely and professional manner.
• Manage action items for the HR leadership team; track priorities, projects, and department wide timelines to ensure cohesion across HR sub-teams.
• Support the documentation and continuous improvement of HR operational processes and standard operating procedures to drive efficiency and consistency across the department.
• Manage HR department calendar and team meetings; take minutes and circulate notes to team; outline and coordinate action items.
• Support event logistics for HR events, including engagement programming and trainings.
• Manage executive support to the CHRO including, but not limited to: calendar management, expense reports processing, contract review, invoices processing, travel schedule arrangement, and document management.
• Attend meetings with CHRO, when appropriate, and take notes for follow-up and/or circulation.
• Draft communications and/or other documents for CHRO such as status updates on projects or meeting minutes.
• Provide a bridge for smooth communication between the office of the CHRO and leaders and staff across the organization; foster important internal and external relationships that facilitate departmental success.
• Support HR team with coverage for in-person events, candidate interviews, or other all-hands-on-deck situations.
• Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required.

Skills

Cross-functional coordination

Project coordination

Executive support

Communication

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Outlook

Microsoft Office Suite

ATS

CRM systems

Job description

The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) seeks an organized HR Operations Manager and Executive Assistant to the CHRO for CFR's New York office. This dual-role coordinates HR activities, manages cross-functional projects, and supports executive operations with confidentiality and tact.

You will handle calendar and travel logistics, meeting notes, vendor and invoice processes, and act as a trusted liaison across CFR offices and HR sub-groups. On-site full-time commitment required.