Executive Assistant

Nasdaq • New York, NY

18d • $64,000 - $112,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

As an Executive Assistant reporting to Nasdaq's CFO, you'll play a critical role in enabling senior finance leaders to operate efficiently across a fast-paced, global environment. You will serve as a trusted partner to the CFO and finance leadership team, managing complex schedules, coordinating strategic initiatives, and ensuring seamless communication across the organization. You'll thrive in this position if you're proactive, detail-oriented, and bring exceptional organizational skills to a dynamic, high-impact environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ years of experience supporting senior executives, ideally in finance, accounting, or professional services environments.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in financial services, fintech, or publicly traded companies.
• Familiarity with business systems, approval workflows, and project coordination.
• Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the CFO and senior finance executives, managing priorities across multiple leaders.
• Serve as a liaison between the CFO's office and internal teams, external partners, and senior stakeholders to ensure professional communication.
• Manage complex calendars, coordinate travel logistics, and organize finance leadership events and strategic meetings.
• Prepare meeting agendas, materials, and follow-up actions to support cross-functional initiatives and financial planning cycles.
• Welcome and host guests, clients, and vendors with professionalism, representing the CFO's office with excellence.

Benefits

• 401(k) program with 6% employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount
• Student loan repayment program up to $10k
• Company paid life and disability plans
• Generous paid time off
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Health spending account with employer contribution
• Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing
• Gym membership discounts
• Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions)
• Paid parental leave
• Fertility benefits
• Paid bereavement leave
• Company gift matching program
• Employee resource groups
• Paid volunteer days
• Education Assistance Program
• Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees