Executive Assistant

🇺🇸 New York City, NY
Posted 1 month ago
Expires May 28, 2026
Full TimeOn-site

We’re looking for a highly capable, startup-experienced Executive Assistant to support our leadership team and oversee daily office operations in our Tribeca headquarters.

At its core, this role is about leverage. You will manage a complex and fast-moving schedule, understand shifting business priorities, and make thoughtful decisions about where the leadership team’s time is best spent. You won’t just schedule meetings - you’ll understand what they’re for, how they connect to company goals, and how to sequence them intelligently.

This role requires strong judgment, calm execution under pressure, and a clear understanding of how startups operate. You should be detail-oriented, discreet, and highly organized, with the ability to anticipate needs and prevent problems before they arise.

This position is fully on-site in Tribeca, NYC, five days per week.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

- Manage the complex calendars with a clear understanding of business priorities and competing demands.

- Sequence meetings strategically to optimize focus, preparation time, and energy.

- Serve as the primary gatekeeper for inbound requests, applying thoughtful judgment to scheduling decisions.

- Coordinate internal and external meetings, ensuring logistics, materials, and preparation are handled in advance.

- Manage travel arrangements, expenses, and administrative workflows with precision.

- Maintain visibility into ongoing priorities to ensure alignment between schedule and company objectives.

- Communicate clearly and professionally with board members, investors, partners, and internal stakeholders.

- Handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.

QUALIFICATIONS

- 5–8+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting a senior executive in a fast-paced environment.

- Startup or high-growth company experience strongly preferred.

- Exceptional calendar management skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage competing demand...

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