Executive Assistant

Clarity Recruiting; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm is seeking a proactive Executive Assistant to the CEO. This temp-to-perm role involves coordinating board meetings, managing travel logistics, and ensuring the CEO remains organized. Ideal candidates will have 5-10 years of experience in a similar role, strong organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience supporting a C-level executive.
• Able to work autonomously and with discretion.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced office setting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate 20+ board meetings per year.
• Manage all travel logistics closely with a travel agency.
• Handle expense reports using Excel.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Detail-oriented

Professional demeanor

Tools

Excel

Job description

This range is provided by Clarity Recruiting. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$30.00/hr - $40.00/hr

Executive Assistant to CEO | Temp-to-Perm | NYC (Onsite)

Compensation: $30–$40/hr (temp) | $85K–$90K (perm)

Schedule: 9am–6pm with a 1-hour lunch | Onsite 5 days/week | Limited OT (only during major events or board prep)

A newly appointed CEO at a growing investment firm (under a prominent private equity umbrella) is seeking a reliable and proactive Executive Assistant. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, ideal for someone looking to make a long-term impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinating 20+ board meetings per year
• Working closely with a travel agency to manage all travel logistics
• Handling expense reports using Excel
• Staying several steps ahead to keep the CEO organized and focused
• Serving as a reliable point of communication while the CEO is traveling

What We’re Looking For:

• 5–10 years of experience supporting a C-level executive
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Assertive, professional, and detail-oriented
• Able to work autonomously and with discretion
• Comfortable in a polished, fast-paced office setting
• Fully committed to being onsite 5 days/week (Park Ave location near Grand Central)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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