Senior Executive Assistant

About the role

The D. E. Shaw group seeks a highly capable, forward-thinking individual to serve as a strategic partner to a senior member of the firm. This individual will enable high-functioning operations by anticipating needs, exercising exceptional judgment, and driving key initiatives that advance Executive Committee priorities. This is a unique opportunity to gain deep insight into how the firm operates at the highest levels while working closely with senior leaders in a fast-paced, intellectually rigorous, and highly collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad range of responsibilities supporting both strategic and administrative needs.
• Maintain complex and dynamic calendars, prioritize and triage incoming communications, requests, and deliverables.
• Serve as a liaison with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate travel, meetings, and events with precision, providing high-quality administrative support ensuring seamless day-to-day operations.
• Own ad hoc projects that require proactive problem-solving.
• Provide select personal support to ensure alignment between professional and personal commitments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in any academic field.
• At least 12–15 years of work experience.
• Demonstrated talent in academic and/or professional endeavors.
• Experience in client services or other customer-focused roles is a meaningful plus.
• Flexibility and diligence with well-developed organizational, analytical, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent judgment, meticulous attention to detail, and keen written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with the utmost discretion is critical.

Pay

The expected annual base salary for this position is $175,000 to $220,000.

Benefits

• Variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus.
• Overtime for all hours worked over 40 per week.
• Medical and prescription drug coverage.
• 401(k) contribution matching.
• Wellness reimbursement.
• Family building benefits.
• Charitable gift match program.