Senior Executive Assistant to C‑Suite | Global Impact

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM); New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) in New York seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to support the CFO, CLO, and CPO. You will manage calendars, coordinate travel, prepare presentations, and ensure smooth operations for senior leaders.

The role requires discretion, excellent communication, and top-tier organization in a fast-paced, global firm. You will partner with cross-functional teams and safeguard confidential information while supporting strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred or equivalent corporate experience.
• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in executive level support.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in MS Office & Google Workspace; capable of preparing presentations.
• Ability to manage workload and coordinate the activities of others.

Responsibilities

• Represents the CFO, CLO, CPO with discretion and clear communication.
• Manage confidential matters professionally.
• Maintain calendars, travel, and expense reports.
• Coordinate invoices and vendor management.
• Prepare agendas, reports, and presentations.
• Schedule meetings and liaise with executive assistants.
• Ensure smooth client visits and security registrations.
• Support Officers with miscellaneous tasks.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration across global teams.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) in New York seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to support the CFO, CLO, and CPO. You will manage calendars, coordinate travel, prepare presentations, and ensure smooth operations for senior leaders.

The role requires discretion, excellent communication, and top-tier organization in a fast-paced, global firm. You will partner with cross-functional teams and safeguard confidential information while supporting strategic initiatives.