Legal Assistant / Executive Assistant – Asset Management

About the role

We are a highly respected and rapidly growing alternative investment firm seeking an experienced Legal Assistant / Executive Assistant to support senior members of our Legal team in New York. This hybrid role offers the chance to work in a collaborative, high‑performing environment with strong culture and long‑term growth.

Key responsibilities

• Manage complex calendars and scheduling for multiple senior legal executives.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, calls, and logistics, including conference rooms and virtual meeting details.
• Prepare, edit, and distribute meeting materials, presentations, and legal documentation.
• Assist with legal, governance, and transaction‑related administrative processes.
• Maintain organized records, files, and confidential documentation.
• Support compliance and onboarding administrative tasks.
• Partner with investment, operations, investor relations, HR, and legal teams across the firm.
• Arrange domestic and international travel and process expense reports.
• Contribute to ad‑hoc projects and team initiatives as needed.

Required profile

• 4+ years of executive support experience, preferably in financial services, private equity, investment management, or an in‑house legal environment.
• Experience supporting senior executives or legal professionals.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities with strong attention to detail.
• High level of discretion handling confidential information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self‑starter with a proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.