Temporary Executive Assistant

David Yurman Enterprises • New York, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Looking for an experienced, highly organized, collaborative, and responsive Executive Assistant to support C-Suite Executives. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 4 years of experience supporting senior level executives, in a fast-paced environment. CPG and/or luxury background is a plus.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 4+ years of executive/C-Suite level support experience required
• Expert level of skills in written and verbal communications
• Outstanding and demonstrated organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail and quality
• Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to take a proactive approach to problem-solving with decision-making capability and a sense of urgency
• A true team player with a highly collaborative mindset
• Extreme discretion and confidentiality are required
• Must be polished, articulate, and possess good judgment
• Must have the ability to follow up on deliverables, as well as multitask and handle changes and shifting priorities in a positive and constructive manner

Nice To Haves

• CPG and/or luxury background is a plus

Responsibilities

• Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks for the Senior Executive including managing calendars, completing expense reports and submitting expenses for reimbursement, drafting communications, arranging travel plans, and agendas
• Plans, coordinates, prioritizes, and ensures the Senior Executive’s schedule is followed and respected.
• Provides a "gatekeeper" and "gateway" role, creating win-win situations for direct access to the Senior Executive’s time and office
• Communicates directly, and on behalf of the Senior Executive’s with Senior leadership, team members and others, on matters related to Senior Executive’s schedule, planning and logistics
• Provides a bridge for smooth communication between the Senior Executive’s office and internal departments; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support
• Plans agenda, takes notes, and communicates follow-up actions following meetings
• Prioritizes conflicting needs; handles matters expeditiously, proactively, and follows-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures
• Plans monthly departmental events involving the Senior Executive, including, but not limited to, department-wide meetings and meeting with key department team members

Benefits

• access to healthcare benefits
• 401(k) plan
• bonus
• employee discounts
• Summer Fridays (corporate roles)
• generous paid time off
• sick time

What This Job Offers

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