Executive Assistant
Position Overview
We are looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to join a growing investment firm and provide high-level support to members of the investment team. This person will play an important role in keeping the team organized and ensuring schedules, travel, meetings, and other day-to-day priorities run smoothly.
The position requires someone who is highly organized, proactive, polished, and comfortable working in a fast-moving environment where priorities can change quickly. You’ll interact regularly with senior executives, investors, board members, portfolio company leadership, candidates, recruiters, and outside vendors.
Key Responsibilities
Executive & Calendar Support
- Manage busy and frequently changing calendars for multiple senior-level professionals
- Schedule internal and external meetings, calls, video conferences, and recurring appointments
- Identify scheduling conflicts and make adjustments as priorities change
- Coordinate meeting materials, agendas, conference rooms, and other logistics
- Work across different teams to keep meetings and schedules organized
Travel Planning
- Coordinate domestic and other business travel for members of the team
- Book flights, hotels, car services, and other transportation
- Prepare detailed travel schedules and itineraries
- Coordinate group travel whenever possible to streamline schedules and expenses
- Handle last-minute changes, cancellations, and travel issues as they arise
Board & Investor Meetings
- Assist with the planning and coordination of portfolio company board meetings
- Schedule investor meetings, annual meetings, and other important firm events
- Coordinate calendars with board members, executives, and internal investment professionals
- Manage meeting logistics and help ensure materials are distributed on time
- Support an increasing volume of board meetings as the investment portfolio grows
Expenses & Administration
- Prepare and submit expense reports for senior team members
- Review corporate card activity and maintain appropriate backup documentation
- Track reimbursements and help ensure expenses are processed accurately and on time
Recruiting Support
- Coordinate interviews and candidate schedules
- Arrange candidate travel and onsite meetings when necessary
- Work with hiring managers, recruiters, and search firms throughout the interview process
- Help track candidate activity, feedback, and next steps
- Provide candidates with a professional and positive experience throughout the process
CRM & Database Support
- Maintain information within DealCloud or other CRM/database platforms
- Update contacts, meeting activity, notes, and pipeline information
- Help keep CRM data accurate, current, and organized
- Assist with reports and contact lists used for business development, fundraising, and deal activity
General Office & Team Support
- Work closely with other administrative team members to support the overall needs of the firm
- Assist with office and operational responsibilities as needed
- Take ownership of additional projects as the company continues to grow
Qualifications
- 3+ years of Executive Assistant, Administrative Assistant, or similar experience supporting senior-level executives
- Strong experience managing multiple calendars and constantly changing schedules
- Experience coordinating detailed travel arrangements and multi-stop itineraries
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and virtual meeting platforms
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Professional demeanor and comfort interacting with senior executives and outside contacts
- High level of discretion when handling confidential or sensitive information
Preferred Background
- Previous experience within private equity, investment banking, financial services, or another professional services environment
- Familiarity with DealCloud, Salesforce, or a similar CRM
- Experience working within a smaller or growing company where team members wear multiple hats