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Executive Assistant to Chief Legal & Risk Officer

Position Type: Temporary (approximately 4 months)

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Hybrid – New York City – In-office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, remote for the remaining days.

Team: Legal & Risk, with collaboration with the Director of Special Projects

Position Overview:

We are seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant with recent experience supporting C-level executives. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organized, with a proven track record in executive support roles. Strong scheduling and communication skills are essential, as well as proficiency in MS Office. This role involves anticipating the needs of the Chief Legal & Risk Officer and ensuring smooth daily operations.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of recent experience supporting C-level executives or senior management.
• Proven track record of providing high-level administrative support in a corporate environment.

Skills:

• Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong scheduling and calendar management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of executives and manage their priorities effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Competencies:

• Highly organized with a keen attention to detail.
• Proactive and diligent with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact professionally with various stakeholders.

Technical Requirements:

• Familiarity with expense management and travel booking processes.
• Experience in planning and executing meetings and events (in-person, hybrid, or remote).