Senior Executive Assistant — Calendar & Communications

BNY Mellon; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BNY Mellon in New York, NY seeks an Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to a senior executive heading a large business unit. You will independently manage a broad range of tasks and serve as a confidential liaison with internal and external stakeholders.

The role requires strong calendar management, travel arrangements, and effective communication, with 5–7 years of experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and professional discretion.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree preferred.
• 5–7 years of total work experience preferred.
• Tact, diplomacy and confidentiality are essential skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and basic business writing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently completes the full range of advanced administrative activities in support of a senior executive heading a large complex business unit.
• Manages daily interaction and communication with the senior executive's direct reports, often at leadership level.
• Interacts with leaders inside and outside the organization with tact and confidentiality.
• Schedules meetings and travel arrangements and maintains the executive's calendar.

Skills

Communication

Discretion/confidentiality

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder management

Diplomacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Business certifications preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

BNY Mellon in New York, NY seeks an Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to a senior executive heading a large business unit. You will independently manage a broad range of tasks and serve as a confidential liaison with internal and external stakeholders.

The role requires strong calendar management, travel arrangements, and effective communication, with 5–7 years of experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and professional discretion.