Job Description:

The British Connection is the exclusive agency engaged to hire for this very special position.FIRM OVERVIEW:Hedge Fund with offices in NYC, London and Asia. Founded by the most successful, well-known and highly regarded people in the industry. Located in a stunning office in Midtown East close to all transportation.We wish to build a terrific atmosphere of genuine camaraderie, mutual respect and an upbeat friendly work environment as we rejuvenate and improve the upper echelon of the the current industry. Emphasis on the highest level gentility and poise under pressure.POSITION: Executive Assistant - to Global Head of Equities and team.Personality fit is of the utmost importance, this is an especially positive and classy office.Full benefits + 3 WEEKS vacation + 30% bonus.It is important to note that all staff, including C-Suite, are 5 days a week in the (very classy) office in the East 50s MidtownRESPONSIBILITIES:Communication and Correspondence:Act as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.Provide concierge-level service and enthusiasm to highly influential people of note.Draft, review, and edit emails, reports, and other communications.Calendar Management:Efficiently manage the Global Head of Equities' and the teams' calendars, scheduling and coordinating meetings, conferences, and appointments.Prioritize and optimize the executive's time to ensure maximum productivity.Travel Coordination:Arrange complex domestic and international travel itineraries, including flights, accommodations, and ground transportation.Provide comprehensive travel packs with all necessary documentation and information.Meeting Preparation:Prepare meeting agendas, presentations, and relevant materials.Coordinate logistics for internal and external meetings, ensuring smooth execution.Document Management:Organize and maintain confidential files and documents, both physical and digital.Assist in the preparation of reports, memos, and presentations.Expense Management:Monitor and reconcile expense reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.Special Projects:Undertake ad-hoc projects and tasks as assigned by the Global Head of Equities.PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEATTRIBUTES:Bachelor's Degree required (Business Administration or Finance preferred)Candidates must have 10 years of EA experience in NYC, in Financial Services, Investment Banking, Private Equity or Hedge FundsPrior experience working for high-level teamHigh energy but composed, with a good speaking voice, excellent presentation and confident demeanorActive listener - take information, process and action itSense of humor, humility, earnestness and bright disposition essentialStrong negotiating skills, good listening skills, measured yet responsiveMust be a big picture person while still able to consider the smallest detailAble to work collaboratively and bring out the best in peopleSuperb with Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word), CRMThe ideal candidate is always a team player who engages with others to contribute to a great cultureHigh achievers who develop careful plans and execute consistently and effectivelyRely on analytical reasoning to define and solve problems and make decisions effectivelySense of humorThis is a positive and classy tegrity and positivity are vital attributes.This job is full time in the office, no WFH. Therefore, candidates must be local to Manhattan or within a sensible commutable distance. Candidates MUST have substantial NYC experience as an EA in Financial Services and must be US Citizens or Greencard holders.HOURS: 9AM - 6PM 5 days a week in the officeSALARY: $150k upwards (depending on experience and aptitude) + 30% bonusBENEFITS: Generous package including fully paid medical, dental + vision, 401k, 3 weeks vacation, unlimited sick days, 30% performance-related bonusWe regret that we will only have the capability to respond to applicants with the above-mentioned experience and qualifications. Successful candidates will receive an InMail from us requesting a Zoom interview. To the rest, we thank you for your interest and wish you great success and happiness in all your endeavors.