Executive Assistant

LHH is seeking senior level Executive Assistant candidates in Montgomery County for the financial services industry to provide high‑level administrative, operational, and strategic support to C‑suite executives in a fast‑paced environment. The ideal candidate exercises excellent judgment, anticipates needs, and thrives in a role that requires discretion, initiative, and exceptional organizational ability.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary liaison for C‑suite executives, managing relationships with internal leaders, external partners, and key stakeholders.
• Provide strategic calendar oversight, ensuring alignment with executive priorities, long‑term planning needs, and organizational objectives.
• Prepare executives for all commitments by assembling briefing materials, background research, agendas, talking points, and pre‑reads.
• Monitor and track key initiatives, deadlines, and action items, ensuring timely follow‑up and visibility into ongoing priorities.
• Draft, edit, and proofread correspondence, presentations, and internal or external communications on behalf of executives.
• Oversee logistics for internal and external events and meetings.
• Partner with internal teams to ensure seamless execution of room setup, technology needs, catering, travel, and other meeting logistics.
• Manage comprehensive domestic and international travel arrangements, including itineraries, accommodations, ground transportation, and contingency planning.
• Prepare, reconcile, and submit detailed expense reports in a timely and compliant manner.
• Anticipate operational needs and develop systems that increase efficiency across the executive office.
• Provide support with special projects, research initiatives, or organizational priorities as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5–10 years of executive support experience, with at least 3 years supporting C‑suite or senior‑level leaders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Teams, and familiarity with CRM or workflow systems.
• Strong project‑management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience supporting multiple executives simultaneously.
• Background in financial services, consulting, venture capital, private equity or professional services environments.
• Experience coordinating international travel and high‑stakes executive communications.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.