Executive Assistant to Partner at Leading Professional Services Firm

A professional services firm is seeking an Executive Assistant to support a senior leader of a major practice group in its New York office. This firm represents clients in complex, high-stakes matters across multiple industries and operates in a fast-paced, sophisticated professional services environment. The Executive Assistant will serve as a trusted right hand, acting as a strategic gatekeeper, relationship manager, and operational anchor across both professional and select personal responsibilities. About the Job:Provide comprehensive executive support including complex calendar and inbox management, high-level correspondence, and coordination with clients, firm leadership, and external stakeholders.Manage a high-volume schedule including meetings, time-sensitive legal and client commitments, business development activities, and travel across time zones.Coordinate domestic and international travel, detailed itineraries, dining reservations, and logistics.Prepare briefing materials, presentations, reports, and confidential documentation.Organize and facilitate meetings from preparation through follow-up, tracking action items to ensure completion.Support client development efforts, including event coordination, professional networking activities, and thoughtful client gifting.Process expenses, assist with billing coordination, and maintain accurate records.Exercise the highest level of discretion when handling confidential business and personal matters.Serve as a trusted representative and relationship builder with clients, colleagues, and external partners.Assist with select personal logistics and special projects as needed.Off-hour availability required.About You:Bachelor's degree preferred.Minimum of 5+ years supporting a senior executive, ideally within a professional services environment.Exceptionally organized, proactive, and resourceful, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities.Highly motivated self-starter with impeccable judgment and a strong sense of ownership.Demonstrated ability to handle highly sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a polished executive presence.Calm, adaptable, and responsive in a fast-paced, high-expectation setting.Technically proficient, with advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).Salary, bonus; benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k); paid time off and holidays.