Job Description
Job DescriptionAbout the OpportunityThis is an opportunity for an Executive Assistant to join one of the industry's top staging and design firms. This role is designed for someone organized and energetic with passion for growth and a desire to play a part in building the company alongside the rest of the team. You have two major areas of responsibility, project logistics and executive support. No two days are the same and you need to be purposeful with how you manage your time and thoughtful in how you approach your schedule. An orderly calendar and an accurate Airtable are a sign of a job well done. As a result of the remarkably high and consistent rate of growth, efficiency and increasing capabilities both on an individual and at a team level is a primary focus. The challenge of learning new things, finding new solutions and being capable of more than yesterday must be an exciting idea. Beyond this, the role is a bit your oyster. Make it what you will. The future is wide open and there are many avenues and opportunities that are now available. Lets build something stunning…if not a bit sassy.About the Company:Our client is a nationally reknowned staging and interior design firm. They offer high end home staging services that translate potential into tangible spaces. Their team partners with sellers, real estate agents, and brands in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and beyond to design memorable environments where beautiful living is easily visualized.Role and Responsibilities:This role’s responsibilities fall into three primary areas. (% are estimates) Project Logistics 70% Executive Support 20% Warehouse Support 10%Project Logistics:The primary purpose of this role is to handle the paperwork, scheduling and data entry that surround our projects. Each portion is equally important. Manage projects from lead through removal Create and update project in airtable Create/Send Agreement and Invoice Confirm receipt of agreement and invoice Communicate with the client for access to apartment Communicate with building and contractors to get COI’s and other protocols Schedule the move in/out Track renewals Coordinate with movers, painters, and designers to create a smooth install Manage Data Ensure all relevant documents and photos are being acquired and saved in correct place Ensure data, including but not limited to project metrics, install timelines, apartment metrics, airtable tasks and lists, are up to date and accurateExecutive Support: The secondary but equally important role of this position is to support the executive team, primarily the CEO, in a coordination and organizational role. The ultimate goal is to maximize the time spent in each individual's unique and valuable skills/roles. Responsible for managing CEO's email Install Email system to limit the emails CEO handles each day Review, organize and “handle” CEO’s email “regularly” Responsible for managing CEO’s calendar Create and send calendar invites when directed Install Calendar system to streamline calendar process Create color coding system Create a way to have EA schedule CEO going forward Work with Chief of Staff to refine and tailor position to organizational needs They continue to grow at a rapid pace and CEO’s needs continue to change. You, along with the Chief of Staff are responsible for ensuring this system changes to meet the changing needs Play an essential role in the development of sourcing infrastructure and systems Handle the holiday sends The holiday send is one of the largest non-staging projects of the year and is a priority within the company. Work with CEO to refine send list, card and gift Purchase card, gift and packaging materials Pack, label and ship giftsQualifications/Requirements:There are several programs they use to communicate with, and save documents and data. It is imperative that you understand how these systems work and how they work within them. Some you are probably familiar with and some may be new. Mastery of Airtable Understand how to navigate between tabs, create/update projects, tasks, contacts, etc Understand how to create and filter views Understand how to navigate the online inventory and To Do Lists Mastery of Google Calendar Understand how to create, edit, share google calendar Mastery of Google Drive Understand how to navigate within Google Drive Understand how to create, share, move documents and folders Mastery of Gmail A large portion of our communication happens over gmail. There is an expectation that emails are responded to within a reasonable time and in an organized manner At least two years of working as a high-level executive assistant, ideally from a real estate or interior design background (not a must) High-touch, high EQ, observant, prescise, and ten steps ahead Sense of humor, resilient, and excellent communicator Able to give and receive feedback Bonus if you love marketing Hours and Compensation:9-5, Monday thru Friday, in office, with some flexibilty $85,000 - $95,000 base salaryFull benefits package including healthcare