Executive Assistant

Standard Property Company Inc•New York, NY

26d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for an Executive Assistant who thrives on making things happen. You’ll be the right hand to the co-founder and owner of a 17-year-old company, working out of our New York City office. Your job is to simplify his day-to-day life—anticipating needs, catching details before they become problems, and making the impossible possible with a calm, can-do attitude. This isn’t a role for someone who waits to be told what to do. It’s for someone who owns their tasks and takes pride in turning “no” into “yes.” You’ll be supporting a highly engaged and busy executive who expects excellence, resourcefulness, and follow-through. You’ll be working directly with the Owner and Co-Founder of Standard Communities, the fastest-growing affordable housing company in the United States. We are committed to creating high-quality, stable housing for communities across the country—and that same drive for value, quality, and impact applies to how we operate at every level. At Standard, we believe everyone deserves a safe, clean, and dignified place to live. Our mission is to transform lives by developing and preserving affordable housing with a focus on long-term impact and community well-being. For employees, this is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven team that values integrity, accountability, collaboration, and innovation. You’ll be contributing to work that improves lives while helping a founder lead with focus and intention.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience supporting a high-level executive in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Google Workspace, calendar tools, and basic task/project tracking tools
Experience using AI productivity tools to optimize workflows, communication, and research
NYC-based and able to work in-person daily
Available during business hours and occasionally outside them (within reason)
Discretion and good judgment always

Nice To Haves

Experience in hospitality, concierge services, or high-touch client management
A personal love of finding great deals or maximizing value
Ability to work occasional evenings for events or urgent tasks

Responsibilities

Act as the gatekeeper and problem-solver for day-to-day operations and scheduling
Manage calendar, travel, logistics, and emails—always with attention to what matters most
Coordinate with vendors, service providers, and other staff, always seeking value in every transaction (value = best price for the right product or best product at a price that makes sense)
Handle reservations, appointments, and bookings—even the “impossible” ones—by being persistent, persuasive, and resourceful.
Communicate clearly and completely—don’t just send a shipping confirmation; include expected delivery date and tracking insight
Stay two steps ahead: if you see a potential issue, flag it before it becomes one
Support both personal and professional needs (think: from meeting prep to last-minute dinner changes to remembering the dry cleaning)
Interface with the LA-based cofounder’s assistant as needed to stay coordinated
Use common sense and good judgment when making spending decisions—sometimes value means finding a great deal, and sometimes it means knowing when to hold the line on cost
Identify and use AI tools to streamline tasks, solve problems faster, and improve efficiency—for both yourself and the executive. (Experience using AI in prior roles is a big plus.)