Executive Assistant

International growing hedge fund, located in Midtown, Manhattan, is seeking to hire a Temporary Executive Assistant to cover a maternity leave. They are looking for a highly motivated candidate to provide best-in-class administrative support to the Chief Investment Officer, Chief Operating Officer, and the broader investment team for respective business units. A high standard of experience, excellence, flexibility, teamwork, strong organizational skills, good communication and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are critical to this role.The executive assistant will not only support the leadership team but also collaborate closely with other administrative support across the firm and help be the face of the business. This position will start on September 8th and go on for 5 months with flexibility to extend if needed. It is 5 days in the office and the hours will be 8am-5pm. Pay rate is up to $88/hr.Responsibilities:Provide administrative support to managers and executives of all levels of the firm and their respective teams. This includes but is not limited to calendar management, expense reports, booking travel, and generally providing a wide range of support dutiesServe as the first point of contact for clients, partners and colleagues, demonstrating professionalism and courtesy in all interactionsWorking closely with other administrative assistants to coordinate team meetings, events, and creating a strongly collaborative culture Ensuring conference room and team spaces are tidy, packages and office supplies are put away in a timely manner and shared team equipment is working properlyand liaising with technical support and building managementwhen necessaryConduct yourself in a professional manner when interacting with internal and external clients ensuring you represent the firm appropriatelyCommitment to confidentiality and integrityAssist with special projects and initiatives as requestedQualifications:5+ Years of experience supporting high level executives in a professional environmentHedge fund, private equity or other financial services firm experience preferredProficiency in Microsoft Office full suite of tools: Outlook, Excel, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, etc.,Strong focus on high-touch customer service, demonstrated track record of professional working with all levels of an organization, including executivesHigh level of ownership and accountability; takes pride in their workProactive problem solver with exceptional communication skills and attention to detailBeacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: https://jobs.beaconhillstaffing.com/eeoc/Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records.Company Profile:Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com. Benefits Information:Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.We look forward to working with you.Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)