Hiring contact: Finn Brown
Location: New York City; hybrid, with 1\u20132 in-person blocks per week in
Manhattan. Exact meeting locations and the weekly schedule will be
agreed before starting.
Hours: 15\u201320 hours per week, generally across 3\u20134 weekdays. Some
daytime availability is needed; the schedule can accommodate classes
or other commitments.
Pay: $30\u201340\/hour, depending on relevant skills and experience.
Approved work-related expenses are reimbursed.
Start: As soon as mutually convenient. Ideally, you can commit to at
least six months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
About the role<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I’m hiring an organized, resourceful assistant to work directly with
me and help keep my work and personal logistics running smoothly in a
fast-moving startup environment. You’ll take ownership of practical
details, communicate clearly, and keep tasks moving through
completion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What you’ll do<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Coordinate meetings and appointments, manage scheduling, and keep
the calendar accurate.
\u2022 Research and arrange travel, reservations, and services within agreed budgets.
\u2022 Track tasks and follow-ups, organize documents, and draft clear,
concise emails.
\u2022 Handle occasional NYC errands, purchases, returns, and personal
administrative tasks.
\u2022 Help with lightweight operations projects, such as coordinating
vendors, comparing options, and preparing meeting notes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What I’m looking for<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Reliable follow-through, attention to detail, and discretion with
confidential information.
\u2022 Good written communication and judgment about when to act
independently or ask a question.
\u2022 Comfort with Gmail, Google Calendar, spreadsheets, and learning new tools.
\u2022 Ability to work in person in Manhattan for the agreed weekly blocks.
\u2022 Evidence that you have organized something and seen it through.
Relevant examples can come from employment, volunteering, coursework,
or organizing events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Prior assistant experience is helpful. Applicants from all educational
backgrounds are welcome, including students and alumni.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to apply<\/p>\n\n\n\n