Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant to the President, Dallas Texas

The President of a financial firm is looking for an Executive Assistant, “right hand”. Great attention to detail and superior organizational skills a MUST. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who truly enjoys keeping as very busy executive on track with all administrative needs. The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of experience supporting a principal in the C-Suite, preferably in the finance space.

About the Job:

• Support the CEO as a true “right-hand gatekeeper” handling complex calendar management, communicating with clients on the CEO's behalf, and prioritizing meetings/appointments
• Prioritize emails from inbox
• Arrange domestic and international travel arrangements
• Attend business meetings with the President, as needed and takes notes; follow-up on action items
• Coordinate with other internal executives and the President’s direct reports
• Assist with putting together board presentations as well as all materials for board meetings including agenda’s, catering and all logistics
• Off hour availability via cell, within reason

Base salary plus discretionary bonus, Comprehensive health benefits, Business professional attire

About You:

• At least 8 years of experience as an Executive Assistant to an executive in the C-Suite, preferably in the finance/banking space
• Bachelor’s Degree
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling all confidential information
• Excellent Microsoft Office Suite skills - Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A pro-active personality that enjoys making sure the principal’s administrative needs are met with very little reminders for follow-up
• Excellent project management and time management skills
• A calm, warm engaging personality