Executive and Personal Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment•Brooklyn, NY

1d•$90,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment creates bold, authentic, and unforgettable experiences that redefine sports, entertainment, and hospitality, The Brooklyn Way. As the parent company of marquee properties including the Brooklyn Nets, NY Liberty and Barclays Center, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment operates at the intersection of live entertainment, premium hospitality, and community engagement. As it expands its existing portfolio, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment now includes a media portfolio as well as Brooklyn Wine Club, and a hospitality business developing several location-based entertainment properties. Whether on the court, on stage, or in the workplace, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment is driven by a pursuit of excellence—constantly evolving, innovating, and pushing boundaries to elevate its business and expand its fan base. The company is deeply committed to fostering a culture of belonging and inclusion, both internally and across its communities, ensuring that every interaction reflects its values of growth mindset, integrity, accountability and care. We are guided by our core values: Integrity: Be intellectually honest at all times. Demonstrate the highest professional and ethical standards. Care: Care for everything and everyone around us. Practice empathy, respect, and inclusion to promote an environment of excellence and success. Growth Mindset: Develop ourselves and those around us. Experiment, learn, and improve from everything we do. Accountability: Deliver on our word, take responsibility for our actions, and work in the interest of our team. SUMMARY The office of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) includes two assistants - one mainly focused as an Executive Assistant and one mainly focused as a Personal Assistant. Both assistants need to be fully skilled on both roles and constantly be coordinating with and supporting one another. This role is primarily the Executive Assistant role. The Executive and Personal Assistant "Assistant" is responsible for providing administrative and departmental support to the CEO of Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment. The Assistant will be expected to use independent judgment to organize and prepare collateral, prepare and edit correspondence, manage incoming correspondence and special requests as well as provide administrative support to the executives. The Assistant must become familiar with all employees and be current with ongoing company projects. The Assistant should always be five steps ahead, thinking proactively and suggesting new ways to contribute while maintaining a positive attitude. The Assistant will work as a duo with another Assistant in the Office of the CEO.

Requirements

Uncompromised ability to protect the confidentiality and privacy of others in addition to company documents and records when privy to sensitive information.
Truly outstanding customer service and interpersonal communication skills.
Keen attention to detail, strong conflict resolution, problem solving and decision-making skills.
Flexible and reliable standout colleague, always acting in the best interest of the department and the company as a whole.
Ability to create and maintain productive, positive relationships through strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrates a strong ability to manage one’s own time and prioritize tasks when given clearly defined goals and objectives.
5-10 years’ experience in an administrative role supporting one or multiple high-level executives.
Bachelor’s Degree required.
Experience working in a global business landscape required.
Strong familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Flexibility to work late hours, early mornings and/or weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

Interact with the senior level management team and ownership groups.
Relying on sound judgment and knowledge of the business priorities, you will manage Microsoft Outlook calendar (scheduling both internal and external meetings) to ensure relevant meetings are scheduled in a timely manner.
Confirm locations, attendees, and times for internal and external meetings.
Answer and filter incoming and outgoing calls, correspondence and respond independently.
Compile and organize documentation for review and approval by Senior Leadership.
Prepare monthly expense reports.
Perform complex and confidential administrative responsibilities.
Handle special requests for clients, which may include game tickets, tickets to other events, merchandise, gifts, etc.
Book personal travel arrangements.
Arrange detailed and complex international and domestic travel arrangements in addition to itineraries.
Plan, organize, and oversee hosting and hospitality functions, encompassing evening and weekend events for Nets, Liberty, and Long Island Nets, along with private gatherings at homes and restaurants, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and flawless execution.