Job Description

Senior Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Location: New York, NY
Salary: $120,000 – $160,000
  
About the Company
Woods & Co Recruitment has partnered with a global trading firm committed to innovation, efficiency, and strategic growth on their search for a Senior Executive Assistant/Chief of Staff. The firm operates in a fast-paced environment where leadership, problem-solving, and execution are key to success.
  
Role Overview
As Senior Executive Assistant/Chief of Staff to the CEO, you will act as a trusted advisor, ensuring seamless coordination across the Executive Assistant team, driving strategic initiatives, and optimizing operations. This high-impact role requires strong leadership, adaptability, and the ability to manage complex projects in a dynamic setting.
  
What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary of $120,000 – $160,000
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a fast-paced industry
• Influence key decisions and drive organizational success
• Exposure to high-level strategic initiatives and cross-functional collaboration

  
What do you do?

• Lead strategic planning and execution of cross-functional initiatives
• Serve as a key liaison between the CEO, senior leadership and the Executive Assistant team
• Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence on behalf of the CEO
• Delegate the management of both personal and professional tasks, which include reservations, appointments, and any household needs
• Improve operational processes and drive accountability across teams
• Represent the CEO in meetings and events as needed
• Coordinate international and domestic travel logistics, including flight itineraries, hotel reservations, and car services

  
What do you need?

• Bachelor’s Degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience in a Personal/Executive Assistant position, consulting, or senior management role
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and cross-functional teams
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• High emotional intelligence with the ability to handle sensitive information
• Proactive, adaptable, and results-driven, with a “no task too small” mindset

  
Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in financial services, trading, or technology industries
• Proficiency in project management tools and data analysis platforms

  
If you’re as passionate about this position as we are then feel free to apply now! We are interviewing immediately! To find out more about this position please reach out to Sam at sam@woodsco.global
  
Woods & Co Recruitment is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that values and celebrates all backgrounds and experiences. We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, nationality, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.