Executive Assistant

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an Executive Assistant for a contract assignment with one of our premier Financial clients in New York, NY .

Responsibilities :

• Communication and Information Management

• Review incoming mail and/or email, prioritize and summarize content, and process replies on own initiative or from Executives’ notes and directives

• Compose, draft, proof, edit, and finalize correspondence including e-mail and other documents

• Planning

• Handle planning logistics for domestic and international trips; provide detailed itineraries, agendas, directions, and backup materials; prepare expense reports in timely manner ensuring accuracy and submit in accordance with Firm policy
• Manage and Monitor Executives’ calendars and anticipate where problems might arise regarding calendar, meeting preparation, needs of executives involved, requests for meetings and telephone calls; communicate potential and/or confirmed changes to involved parties immediately

• Schedule and coordinate meetings and Executive events, inform attendees of dates and time, reserve meeting space, ensure the appropriate equipment/materials are available, coordinate hospitality services as needed

• Liaison and Teamwork

• Liaise with portfolio organizations, investors, guests, and all firm personnel in professional and courteous manner adhering to firm’s culture and values statements
• Act in discreet and professional manner with others; sensitivity to the confidential nature of the Firm’s business and consistently uphold such confidences, using this information only in the course of performing your job for firm
• Act as a team player, including taking on additional tasks to support colleagues and the Firm and offering to help before being asked

Required Skills :

• Eight plus years’ experience as an Executive Assistant; college degree
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
• Advanced computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; able to quickly and accurately produce/edit Excel spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations
• Research savvy with extensive experience using online resources
• Excellent diplomatic skills; skilled at developing and maintaining personal, social, and business relationships representing the firm in professional manner
• Highly developed planning and organizational skills; able to anticipate change, adjust responses accordingly, and initiate steps to maximize resources toward a common objective
• Superior time management skills; critical thinker with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage highly sensitive, confidential information with complete discretion
• Ability to manage a high volume of work, multi-tasking and prioritizing tasks and projects according to what is most time-sensitive
• Excellent written communication and research skills
• Extensive experience managing complex and fluid calendars
• Excellent organizational skills to support the productivity of the whole team (i.e. filing systems, trackers, contacts)
• Critical thinker; excellent judgment; proactive and able to anticipate Executive’s needs
• Team player capable of working with internal and external stakeholders in a way that reflects the Firm’s core values and principles (high integrity, apolitical, non-arrogant, commitment to excellence, treating others with respect)

Preferred Skills :

• Financial industry knowledge highly desirable

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let’s work better together, we mean it. You’ll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment…