Senior Executive Assistant to Founder - Hedge Fund

BURKE+CO.

www.burketalent.com

THE GIST:

Our client, a multi-billion dollar hedge fund in New York City, seeks a razor-sharp Senior Executive Assistant to support their Founder. This is a unique opportunity spanning Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, and operational support responsibilities. The role is intentionally designed to bring structure, clarity, and operational excellence to a dynamic professional and personal environment. The ideal candidate has supported senior executives in finance, consulting, investing, and/or public markets and will bring their strong operational mindset to the position.

If you thrive in high-performance environments and are energized by a role that offers by ownership, complexity, and impact - this one is for you!

THE NITTY GRITTY:

Own operational cadence and calendar management, maintaining a rolling 24–48 hour view of priorities, meetings, and deliverables to ensure seamless execution
Prepare research materials, organize notes and data, capture meeting outcomes, and manage follow-ups to support investment workflows
Ensure tight coordination across stakeholders and maintain forward momentum on key initiatives
Design and implement scalable systems that support the Founder’s time allocation, priorities, and decision-making
Serve as an accountability partner, ensuring follow-through on agreed priorities and commitments
Create and maintain clear, centralized views of projects, initiatives, and obligations
Bring structure and intentionality to personal and family scheduling, including children’s activities, commitments, and travel logistics
Oversee high-level personal financial tracking (bills, payments, and related logistics)
Research and manage “life design” initiatives, including travel planning, home projects, and systems that support a thoughtful and well-run household

THE ESSENTIALS:

5+ years of experience in a high-performance finance environment (e.g., consulting, investing, operations, public markets)
Experience supporting a senior executive in both a business & personal capacity
Systems-oriented and tech-savvy, with demonstrated ability to design and improve workflows
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong project management and prioritization capabilities
Naturally organized and process-driven
Ability to act as an accountability partner
Thrives in intellectually rigorous, fast-paced settings
Navigates sensitive situations with maturity and tact

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