Principal Executive Assistant

THE KNOT WORLDWIDE
New York, NY
Category Administration
Job Description
Role Overview

As a Principal Executive Assistant at The Knot Worldwide, you will provide high-level support to the CEO, acting as the operational anchor for the heart of our corporate functions. You will masterfully navigate complex information flows, anticipate leadership needs, and ensure flawless execution across various activities.

What You Will Do

Your primary responsibilities will include strategic time management, strategic relationship management, communication and email proxy, global travel architecture, operational support, financial administration, and cross-functional team integration.

Why It Might Be a Fit

We are looking for someone who reflects our passion for customer-centricity and serves proactively, self-initiates, and also takes seriously representing the values of the company and our executive team. If you are a master of organization who prides yourself on helping leaders optimize their time and focus, you will fit right in.

Requirements

  • 6+ years supporting C-suite leaders, specifically CEO, within a fast-paced, global organization
  • Timeliness, accuracy, judgement and discretion are critical skills and experiences
  • Discretion: An impeccable history of handling highly sensitive legal, financial, and people-related data
  • Presence: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the 'executive presence' to engage across critical stakeholders and represent your executives
  • Problem Solving: A self-starter with a 'consultative' approach to problems; you don't wait for instruction, you provide solutions
  • Resilience: The ability to maintain a calm, focused environment during periods of rapid change or organizational stress
  • Travel Expertise: Proven history of managing heavy, complex international travel with zero room for error
  • Flexibility: Open to travel and occasional weekend work to match the rigor of the Executives' schedules
  • Tech Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace (specifically Slides) and Slack

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • retirement
  • generous leave policies
  • flexible vacation
  • generous parental leave
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