Executive Assistant to Legal & Compliance

Northbound Executive Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Fully covered benefits

Excellent culture

Job summary

Northbound Executive Search seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to support senior Legal and Compliance leadership at a prominent investment firm in New York. You will manage calendars, coordinate meetings, and handle confidential materials with discretion.

This role offers a base salary of $120,000–$140,000 plus discretionary bonus, fully covered benefits, and exposure to broader Legal and Compliance initiatives within a collaborative, high-performing team culture in New York.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supporting senior Legal and/or Compliance executives.
• Strong organizational skills to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• High level of professionalism and discretion.
• Proactive and team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to senior Legal and Compliance professionals.
• Manage complex calendars and coordinate meetings across priorities.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel and expense reporting.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, presentations, and confidential materials.
• Support legal and compliance projects and department initiatives.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain discretion with sensitive information.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Communication

Discretion

Attention to detail

Job description

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Executive Assistant to support senior Legal and Compliance leadership at a well-established investment firm. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, high-performing team within a firm known for its strong culture and reputation.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and executive support to senior Legal and Compliance professionals.
• Manage complex calendars, coordinate meetings, and oversee scheduling across multiple priorities.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, expense reporting, and general administrative needs.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, presentations, reports, and other confidential materials.
• Assist with the coordination of legal and compliance projects, initiatives, and department-wide activities.
• Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, maintaining strong relationships across the organization.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supporting senior Legal and/or Compliance executives within the financial services or investment management industry.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.
• Proactive, personable, and team-oriented approach.

What They Offer

• $120,000–$140,000 base salary, depending on experience, plus a discretionary bonus
• Fully covered benefits.
• Opportunity to join a well-established firm with an excellent culture and collaborative team environment.
• Exposure to broader Legal and Compliance projects and initiatives beyond traditional administrative responsibilities.