Senior Executive Assistant to the CEO

Perficient is a global digital consultancy with thousands of skilled strategists and technologists in the U.S., Latin America, India, and worldwide. We’re making a difference by transforming how the world’s biggest brands connect with customers and grow their businesses.

We are seeking a highly organized, poised, and proactive Senior Executive Assistant to the CEO to join our team in New York City, near Trinity Church in Lower Manhattan. This role is pivotal in ensuring the CEO’s day-to-day operations run smoothly and efficiently. You will operate at the intersection of technology, leadership, and execution—optimizing the CEO’s time and supporting the advancement of the company’s strategic goals. The ideal candidate brings a calm demeanor, strong executive presence, and a collaborative mindset to a fast-paced, high-impact environment. This is an in-person role; candidates must reside in New York City and be available to work onsite at our Lower Manhattan office daily.

Perficient is always looking for the best and brightest talent, and we need you! We’re a quickly growing global digital consulting leader transforming the world’s largest enterprises and brands. You’ll work with the latest technologies, expand your skills, and become a part of our global community of talented, diverse, and knowledgeable colleagues.

• Experience: 7+ years supporting C-level executives in tech or high-growth environments, with strong experience booking international travel.
• Education: A Bachelor’s degree or commiserate experience; an MBA or experience in project management is a plus.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, including managing multiple calendars. Experienced with Microsoft Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint. Skilled in using Google Workspace and Zoom for communication and collaboration.
• Soft Skills: Demonstrates composure under pressure with a strong focus on solutions. Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail. Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication abilities. Known for being a collaborative team member with a proactive and adaptable approach.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates executive presence and discretion in all interactions.
• Industry Knowledge: A strong understanding of professional services is a plus.

• Calendar Management: Coordinate and manage multiple calendars.
• Travel Coordination: Book and manage international and domestic travel, including flights, accommodations, and ground transportation.
• Meeting & Event Support: Organize meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and ensure seamless execution of internal and external events.
• Communication & Correspondence: Draft professional emails, presentations, and reports; act as a liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders, including board members, investors, and senior leadership.
• Confidential Information Handling: Manage sensitive documents and communications with the utmost discretion.
• Gatekeeping: Prioritize and filter requests for the CEO’s time and attention.
• Expense Management: Prepare and accurately reconcile expense reports.
• Project Support: Lead or support special projects, including OKR tracking, product reviews, offsite planning, and follow-ups.
• Board & Investor Coordination: Coordinate board meetings, investor updates, and company-wide communications.
• Presentation & Briefing Materials: Prepare executive-level presentations, dashboards, and briefing documents using tools like PowerPoint.
• Office Support: Provide general administrative support, including file organization, supply management, and phone coverage.