Executive Assistant

Job Type: Contract-to-hire (2-3 month contract period)

Location: D.C.

One of our clients is seeking a bright, highly discreet Senior Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to senior leadership. This role suits a seasoned professional with 10+ years of experience who works well in a fast-paced environment, handles confidential information with care, and builds trusted relationships across a broad network of stakeholders. Experience supporting C-suite executives and working in politically engaged environments is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to senior executives, anticipating needs and managing priorities proactively
• Manage high-volume email inboxes, including triaging, drafting, and responding to correspondence on behalf of executives
• Coordinate complex domestic and international travel arrangements, including flights, lodging, ground transportation, and detailed itineraries
• Maintain and organize data, records, contact databases, and files with accuracy and attention to detail
• Plan and execute meetings, events, and receptions, from logistics and vendor coordination to guest management
• Support social media activity, including content scheduling, monitoring, and engagement
• Serve as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, representing leadership with professionalism and tact
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as an executive assistant, senior administrative assistant, or similar role
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Proven experience with email management, data management, and travel coordination
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional discretion and judgment
• Neat, legible handwriting (candidates will be asked to submit a half-page handwriting sample)

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting C-suite executives
• Political background, with experience working across both sides of the aisle
• Event planning experience
• Social media experience