Executive Assistant to Senior Leadership - Fintech Startup

BURKE+CO.

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THE GIST:

Our client, a well-backed & an early-stage fintech startup, is seeking an Executive Assistant to support their senior leadership team. This is a unique opportunity to join a high-growth & brilliant team on the ground floor, supporting key leaders across several departments. You’ll play a critical role in helping the leadership team operate efficiently in a fast-paced, startup environment.

This is an ideal role for someone who brings an “all hands on deck” mentality, finds energy in variety, and takes pride in being a true operational partner!

THE NITTY GRITTY:

Executive Support

• Provide high-level support to several senior executives
• Manage complex calendars, scheduling, and prioritization across time zones
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, including multi-stop itineraries
• Manage communications on behalf of executives

Team Collaboration & Coverage

• Partner closely with an existing EA to divide and conquer support across leadership
• Provide backup support where needed and flex across priorities
• Help maintain alignment and communication across a distributed leadership team

Operations & Execution

• Assist with light office operations
• Support ad hoc projects and initiatives as the company scales
• Bring structure and organization to evolving processes

Culture & Startup Support

• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, & energetic team culture
• Jump in wherever needed—this is a true startup environment where everyone pitches in
• Help support team events and moments that build connection

THE ESSENTIALS:

• 5+ years of Executive Assistant experience
• Must have experience supporting senior leaders in high-growth tech startups, fintech, or venture capital
• Someone who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys juggling a wide range of responsibilities
• Comfortable operating with ambiguity and shifting priorities
• Proactive, resourceful, and solution-oriented
• Strong communicator with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• High ownership mentality
• Positive, can-do approach and team-first mindset

THE CHERRY ON TOP:

• Join a cutting-edge fintech company at an early and impactful stage
• Work alongside a collaborative, high-caliber leadership team

LOCATION: New York City (Hybrid, 3 days in office)

COMPENSATION: Base salary: $140,000/yr - $165,000/yr + equity + benefits (e xact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, and expertise)

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*Compensation is aligned with experience, level, and role scope. Most offers fall within the mid-range, with the top of the band generally reserved for candidates with extensive, directly relevant backgrounds. Leveling is determined during the interview process