Executive & Personal Assistant to Founder/Host (Media)

About the role

The founder and host of a growing media platform focused on leadership and accountability in Jewish communal life is seeking a highly capable Manhattan‑based Executive & Personal Assistant. This high‑trust, in‑person role supports both business and personal priorities, turning direction into action and keeping the founder’s agenda organized.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the founder’s business calendar, meetings, travel, reservations, appointments and day‑to‑day priorities.
• Handle personal logistics and errands with discretion.
• Draft, edit and send emails, outreach, notes, briefs, LinkedIn copy and other communications in the founder’s voice.
• Research people, organizations, vendors and topics, summarizing findings and recommending next steps.
• Convert meetings and verbal directions into task lists, trackers, documents and deadlines.
• Coordinate with the Podcast Producer on guest scheduling, recording logistics and handoffs to the remote team.
• Improve systems and anticipate needs as the business scales.

Required profile

• Prior experience as an Executive Assistant, Chief of Staff, Office Manager or comparable high‑trust support role.
• Experience in technology, creative content, media, marketing, communications or a fast‑moving founder‑led company is strongly preferred.
• Exceptional written communication, organization, discretion, judgment and follow‑through.
• Ability to fluidly switch between executive and personal priorities.
• Comfortable working directly with the founder in Manhattan while coordinating with remote colleagues.
• U.S. citizenship and a four‑year degree from a U.S. college or university.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Google Workspace.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office/365.
• Proficiency with Slack.
• Proficiency with Zoom.
• Proficiency with Notion or Airtable.
• Proficiency with Calendly.
• Experience using AI productivity tools.

What we offer

• Part‑time (16‑24 hrs/week) at $70‑$150 per hour or full‑time with salary $100,000 +.
• On‑site work in Manhattan’s Upper East Side.
• Opportunity to grow toward senior executive operations or Chief of Staff responsibilities.