Sr Executive Assistant

DLA Piper US LLP
New York, NY
Category Administration
Job Description
Role Overview

The Senior Executive Assistant provides trusted, strategic, and highly confidential executive support to the firm's most senior global leaders. This role functions as an extension of leadership, exercising exceptional judgment, discretion, and situational awareness while managing complex priorities in a global, client-facing environment.

What You Will Do

Manage complex global calendars and travel, prepare executive-level communications and materials, coordinate priority initiatives, and serve as a key liaison with partners, clients, and senior stakeholders across the firm.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The Sr Executive Assistant must demonstrate advanced professional competence, sound judgment, and executive-level presence in supporting the firm's most senior global leaders. This role requires exceptional discretion in handling highly confidential and firm-critical matters, the ability to anticipate risks and priorities, and confidence operating independently in fast-paced, high-visibility situations.

Requirements

  • 10+ years' experience providing executive-level administrative and strategic support to senior leaders or C-suite executives
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance or related field preferred
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Strong digital fluency
  • Proactive, adaptable, and solution-oriented approach

Benefits

  • Medical/dental/vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Comprehensive package of benefits
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