Administrative Assistant
Job Title: Administrative Assistant – Private Equity Firm
Job Summary: We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and resourceful Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive support for our 20-person private equity firm. As the sole administrative professional on site, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of our office, assisting the leadership team and investment professionals with a wide spectrum of responsibilities. This role requires excellent multitasking abilities, meticulous attention to detail, superior communication skills, and a demonstrated track record supporting fast-paced, dynamic teams. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative, high-performance culture and be comfortable managing confidential information, coordinating domestic and international travel, and handling complex expense reporting. This full-time, onsite position features outstanding benefits upon conversion.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for administrative support across the firm, including managing office operations, facilities coordination, and supply inventory.
- Coordinate complex domestic and international travel arrangements, including flights, hotels, ground transportation, and preparation of travel itineraries for multiple team members.
- Manage and process expense reports and travel reconciliations accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with firm policies and timelines.
- Organize executive calendars, schedule meetings (onsite and virtual), and coordinate conference rooms and technology needs for high-level client presentations and internal sessions.
- Prepare, edit, and proofread correspondence, presentations, reports, and other confidential documents, maintaining a high degree of professionalism.
- Liaise with vendors, building management, IT support, and external service providers to ensure seamless day-to-day office functionality.
- Greet and assist visitors, clients, and investors, fostering a welcoming office environment and upholding top-tier hospitality standards.
- Assist with planning and executing team events, investor meetings, board meetings, and offsite functions, including catering arrangements and logistics.
- Support onboarding of new hires and coordinate various HR-related administrative tasks such as scheduling interviews and managing employment documentation.
- Proactively identify opportunities to improve office systems, processes, and efficiency in supporting the firm’s strategic objectives, taking initiative to implement solutions.
- Maintain filing systems and oversee organization of digital and physical records, with a focus on confidentiality and accessibility.
- Monitor office budget expenditures, invoice processing, and assist with light bookkeeping or expense tracking as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
- 3+ years of experience as an administrative assistant or office manager in a financial services, investment, or similar fast-paced environment strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with travel/expense management systems (such as Concur or Expensify).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High degree of discretion with confidential information.
- Strong problem-solving skills and proactive attitude.
- Able to work fully on site; occasional after-hours support may be required.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and bonus potential
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off and company holidays
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
Ready to play a key role in our growing firm? Apply today to join a team where your initiative, organizational abilities, and professionalism will be highly valued.