Executive Assistant, Private Equity - Sydney

Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems. Our $1.1 trillion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, X, and Instagram.
 

Business Units:

Private Equity

With $165 billion of assets under management, Blackstone’s corporate private equity business has been a global leader since 1985. We uncover value by identifying great companies and enhancing their performance by providing strategic capital and outstanding management talent. We aim to grow stronger enterprises, create jobs, and enable our portfolio companies to build lasting value for our investors, their employees and all stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities:

• Handle professional administrative support of a highly confidential and sensitive nature

• Manage complex calendars for senior management team members, including scheduling appointments, confirming meetings, coordinating with other Assistants, and arranging meetings with investors, clients, and offshore colleagues

• Coordinate meetings and conference (audio and video) calls

• Organize complex international travel itineraries and arrangements

• Field telephone calls and manage general inquiries

• Screen and, where appropriate, respond to email communications (both internal and external)

• Handle confidential documentation and correspondence as required

• Process monthly reconciliation of professionals’ expenses

• Anticipate needs by staying informed of priorities, deadlines, and key projects, and addressing potential issue

• Coordinate and manage ad hoc projects, events, and initiatives with timely execution

• Liaise with international offices, clients, and external consultants

• Collaborate effectively as part of a team of Executive Assistants, fostering a positive and supportive team environment to ensure seamless coordination and coverage across responsibilities, and provide backup support when needed

Qualifications:

Blackstone seeks to hire individuals who work well in a team-driven working group, are highly motivated, intelligent, have sound judgment and have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors. 

The successful Executive Assistant should possess the following qualities:

• Experience in working with senior-level executives providing outstanding administrative support in a dynamic environment

• Superior communication and interpersonal skills

• High level of professionalism

• Experience in interacting with executives, professionals and/or clients

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize time sensitive work

• Exceptional time management and organizational skills

• Advanced knowledge of MS Office

• Ability to work well in a small team environment

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position.  Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.  All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), +44 (0)20 7451 4000 (EMEA) or +852 3656 8600 (APAC).

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;

• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;

• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;

• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and

• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis.  Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.
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