Personal & Executive Assistant (Part-Time) – Upper East Side Recruiting Agency

Carrie Rikon & Associates, LLC.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A boutique recruiting agency in Manhattan seeks a reliable Personal and Executive Assistant to support the agency owner. This part-time role involves managing communications, organizing tasks, and assisting with candidate outreach. Ideal for someone looking for a temp-to-perm opportunity in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a personal or executive assistant preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with candidate outreach and scheduling virtual interviews.
• Managing email communications on behalf of the agency owner.
• Running occasional personal errands nearby.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Job description

Personal & Executive Assistant (Part-Time) – Upper East Side Recruiting Agency
Location: East 70s, Manhattan (Upper East Side)
Schedule: 2–3 days per week | Temp-to-Perm

A boutique recruiting agency based on the Upper East Side is seeking a reliable, organized, and proactive Personal and Executive Assistant to support the agency owner.

This role is part-time to start (2–3 days per week) with the goal of becoming a permanent position. The ideal candidate is comfortable wearing many hats—supporting both business operations and light personal tasks.

Responsibilities Include:

• Assisting with candidate outreach and scheduling virtual interviews

• Managing email communications on behalf of the agency owner

• Returning phone calls and handling follow-ups professionally

• Light organization of the owner's apartment and home office

• Running occasional personal errands nearby

Requirements:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and follow-through

• Comfortable with basic technology (email, scheduling tools, Zoom, etc.)

• Discreet, trustworthy, and organized

• Prior experience as a personal or executive assistant preferred, but not required

This is a great opportunity to work closely with an experienced recruiter and gain behind-the-scenes exposure to the recruiting industry.