Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The Executive Assistant to the Chair role supports the Chair of a global financial services firm by providing high-level administrative assistance and managing confidential and complex tasks.
Responsibilities and impact
The candidate will manage calendars, coordinate meetings and travel, handle expense reports, prepare correspondence and reports, manage communication, and assist with special projects and initiatives.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a base salary range of $130,000 to $250,000 per year, commensurate with experience, plus potential discretionary bonuses.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree, 8+ years of administrative experience, strong organizational and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, professionalism, discretion, and problem-solving abilities; project management experience is a plus.
Company overview
TurnPoint Search Group is a corporate direct-hire recruiting firm based in Manhattan, New York, specializing in matching top talent with leading companies in the New York Tri-State area. Founded and owned by women, the firm focuses on providing recruitment services for various roles, including executive assistants and compensation analysts. With a strong presence on LinkedIn and a reputation for excellence, TurnPoint Search Group leverages its extensive network to connect businesses with the perfect candidates, thereby generating revenue through successful placements and consulting services.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your extensive experience in high-level administrative support, especially managing calendars, travel, and confidential communications, as these are key for the Executive Assistant to the Chair role at TurnPoint Search Group.
Emphasize your strong organizational skills, discretion, and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, along with any experience coordinating both personal and professional tasks and handling sensitive information.
Apply through multiple channels including TurnPoint Search Group's corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your exposure and increase your chances of landing the role.
Connect with current employees or assistants within TurnPoint Search Group's executive support or administrative divisions on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like complimenting their role in supporting leadership or asking about the culture and expectations for executive assistants at the firm.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'calendar management,' 'confidential information,' 'travel arrangements,' 'expense reports,' and 'project management tools' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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