Executive Assistant to CEO

Our client is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Executive Assistant to provide dedicated support to their CEO, a distinguished and accomplished businessman with a global portfolio in real estate, hospitality, and entertainment. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and possess the confidence to navigate a fast-paced and demanding environment.

Responsibilities:

• Act as a gatekeeper, managing and prioritizing access to the CEO.
• Coordinate and manage the CEO's schedule, including meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements (including private plane travel).
• Handle phone calls, correspondence, and preparation of reports for morning meetings.
• Liaise with key contacts in business, banking, entertainment, and personal life, including interactions with homes, vendors, and restaurants.
• Organize and manage all travel arrangements, particularly on the private jet.
• Provide support during and after regular office hours, as needed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, with a significant portion supporting C-level executives.
• Experience supporting executives with holdings in real estate, entertainment, and luxury brands is highly desirable.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, transaction-oriented environment with a CEO who is a quick decision maker.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations with ease and maintain a calm and even-keeled demeanor.
• Thicker skin and a sophisticated disposition are essential.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact with individuals at all levels.
• Comfortable working on-site during regular office hours (8:30 am - 5:30 pm/6:00 pm), with flexibility as needed.

Preferred Skills:

• Exposure to executives with similar attributes and lifestyle, as well as experience in the entertainment industry and luxury brands, is highly desirable.

Salary: $90k-$110k plus benefits and 401k

The above salary range represents Advice's good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible base compensation range at the time of posting and is not reflective of the total compensation package, which may also include benefits, equity and other non-cash incentives.

Please send your resume for immediate consideration to: bsedita@adviceny.com

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