Strategic Executive Assistant to CEO | Project & Ops Lead

LHH; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

EAP program

Commuter benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

LHH in New York is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to serve as the CEO’s right hand, managing complex calendars, communications, and strategic administrative tasks.

You will coordinate cross-functional projects, prepare briefing materials, and track commitments, while leveraging AI and productivity tools to improve efficiency. This role requires discretion, exceptional organization, and strong C-suite support experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Significant experience supporting C-suite executives.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted right hand to the CEO with strategic and administrative support.
• Manage complex calendars, scheduling, and changing priorities.
• Oversee executive communications, correspondence, and inbox management.
• Prepare presentations, reports, briefing materials, and meeting agendas.
• Track action items, deliverables, and executive commitments.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects and initiatives.
• Monitor milestones and ensure timely delivery of outcomes.
• Facilitate communication among leadership and business teams.
• Support executive meetings, planning sessions, and events.
• Identify efficiency improvements using AI, automation, and productivity tools.
• Maintain secure digital processes and confidential information.
• Manage personal scheduling, travel, and vendor coordination.
• Assist with special events and household administration as needed.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Communications

Project coordination

AI tools familiarity

Discretion

MS Office

Email management

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

AI tools (Copilot/ChatGPT/Claude/Gemini)

Job description

LHH in New York is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to serve as the CEO’s right hand, managing complex calendars, communications, and strategic administrative tasks.

You will coordinate cross-functional projects, prepare briefing materials, and track commitments, while leveraging AI and productivity tools to improve efficiency. This role requires discretion, exceptional organization, and strong C-suite support experience.