Executive Assistant — Early Career, Onsite DC (Tue–Thu)

Gilder Search Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the CEO/President and the Executive Office in our Washington, DC office. This early-career role requires 2–5 years of overall experience and an ability to coordinate schedules, travel, and meetings with discretion.

Candidates must be onsite on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with strong written communication, attention to detail, and the capacity to manage multiple competing priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 2–4 years of experience preferred.
• Strong writing and proofreading skills.
• Excellent communication and organization abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain daily schedules; plan meetings, travel, and expenses.
• Prepare materials for CEO/EVP ahead of key meetings.
• Represent the executive team to staff, board members, and industry executives.
• Support the Director of Executive Office in internal communications, events, and programs.
• Occasional overtime as needed.

Skills

Meeting planning

Executive support

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Outlook

Job description

Gilder Search Group is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the CEO/President and the Executive Office in our Washington, DC office. This early-career role requires 2–5 years of overall experience and an ability to coordinate schedules, travel, and meetings with discretion.

Candidates must be onsite on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with strong written communication, attention to detail, and the capacity to manage multiple competing priorities.