Executive Assistant to Chair

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

3d

About The Position

The Executive Assistant to the Chair will provide high-level administrative and strategic support to the Chair, ensuring seamless coordination of daily operations, complex scheduling, communication, and project management. The successful candidate will act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, manage confidential matters with discretion, and proactively anticipate the Chairs needs to optimize their effectiveness and efficiency. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask at an executive level. A welcoming and professional demeanor, problem-solving mindset, and commitment to excellence are essential.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in a related field is required.
• Minimum of 5 years in an executive support role, preferably in an academic, corporate, nonprofit or government setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with senior leadership and managing complex schedules and projects.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking ability, with acute attention to detail.
• Proficiency in office tools such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and scheduling software.
• Proven problem-solving skills and ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.
• Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• High level of professionalism and discretion.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build productive working relationships.
• Proactive and resourceful, with a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and schedules.
• Able to work independently, as well as collaboratively within cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the Chairs calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments, speaking engagements, and travel arrangements.
• Prepare agendas, briefings, reports, and documents ahead of meetings.
• Organize and coordinate departmental meetings, including issuing invitations, preparing minutes, facilitating presentations and catering, and ensuring action items are followed up.
• Handle office correspondence, including emails and phone calls, on behalf of the Chair when needed.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the Chair and internal/external stakeholders, managing communications and ensuring critical information flows efficiently.
• Draft, edit, and format correspondence and other materials with a high degree of professionalism.
• Ensure correct spelling, grammar, format, etc.
• Prepare and proofread memos and reports.
• Prepares correspondence and documents independently.
• Address inquiries and resolve issues in a timely and professional manner, escalating urgent matters as needed.
• Track ongoing initiatives, projects, and deliverables for the Chair, ensuring deadlines are met and priorities are clearly communicated.
• Assist with high-level projects and initiatives, conducting research and preparing summaries as required.
• Simplify and streamline workflows for the Chair to ensure their time is used effectively.
• Coordinate complex travel details, including flight arrangements, hotel bookings, ground transportation, and itineraries for the Chair and invited guests under minimal direction.
• Assist in planning and executing high-profile events, conferences, and business functions attended or hosted by the Chair.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, governance standards, and legal requirements in all communications and transactions.
• Maintain a well-organized and efficient office for the Chair, keeping files, documents, and records current and accessible.
• Analyzes practices and procedures to improve workflow and efficiency and provide a high level of customer service.
• Build and manage relationships with key colleagues, partners, and collaborators on behalf of the Chair.

Benefits

• Financial security benefits
• Generous time-off program
• Employee resources groups for peer support
• Holistic employee wellness program (physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive