Specialist, Executive Assistant II

BNY; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off including volunteer time

401(k) plan

Job summary

BNY is seeking an Executive Assistant to join our New York, NY team. This role will provide high-level administrative support to a senior executive and will be responsible for complex calendar management, travel arrangements, and confidential communication with the leadership team.

The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of experience, a bachelor’s degree preferred, and strong Microsoft Office skills. A combination of diplomacy and discretion is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High school/secondary school or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Applicable vocational training (e.g., courses on relevant business software like the Microsoft Office Suite of product) preferred.
• A degree or relevant business certifications preferred.
• 5-7 years of total work experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in lieu of some experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Independently completes the full range of advanced administrative activities in support of a senior executive heading a large complex business unit or function.
• Responsible for daily interaction and management of communication with the assigned senior executive's direct reports.
• Interactions are frequently at the leadership level and require tact and confidentiality.
• Schedules meetings and travel arrangements and maintains calendar of appointments for the assigned senior executive.

Skills

Discretion & confidentiality

Executive communication

Stakeholder interaction

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting‑edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting‑edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

Job Description

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Executive Assistant to join our team. This role is located in New York, NY.

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:

• Independently completes the full range of advanced administrative activities in support of a senior executive heading a large complex business unit or function.
• Responsible for daily interaction and management of communication with the assigned senior executive's direct reports. Interactions are frequently at the leadership level.
• Displays ability to appropriately interact with leaders inside and outside the organization during significant, frequent interactions. A commensurately high level of tact and confidentiality are therefore essential along with the ability to modify communication style to suit the audience.
• Schedules meetings and travel arrangements and maintains calendar of appointments for the assigned senior executive.

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:

• Tact, diplomacy and confidentiality are essential skills based on the level of internal and external contacts.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills are required, including information exchange with internal and external contacts.
• High school/secondary school or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Applicable vocational training (e.g., courses on relevant business software like the Microsoft Office Suite of product, basic business writing, or similar) preferred.
• A degree or relevant business certifications preferred.
• 5-7 years of total work experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in lieu of some experience may be considered.

Please note this is a pipeline requisitions for future opportunities.

• America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025
• World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025
• “Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025

Our Benefits and Rewards:

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay‑for‑performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The expected base salary for this position when employment commences can be found in the Job Info section at the bottom of the posting.

Base salary offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is only part of the total rewards package, which may include eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award. Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, eligible employees may enroll in a 401(k) plan as well as participate in Company‑sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee’s eligible dependents. Eligible employees also may receive other benefits (including various paid time off benefits, such as vacation and sick time), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, the employee will be in an “at will” position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payments or compensation programs) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.