Executive Assistant

About the Team

Our Boston Capital Markets team specializes in investment sales, recapitalization, and strategic advisory of office, life science, industrial, retail, multifamily and data center assets across the Greater Boston Metro and throughout New England. The group has completed over $80 billion in transactions over the past decade and operates as a high-performance, deal-intensive team with a strong track record advising institutional owners, developers, and private investors on their most complex dispositions and recapitalizations.

This is a demanding, high-output role suited for someone who thrives under pressure, takes pride in the quality of their work, and is energized by a fast-paced environment. 

Job Description:

• The position will provide executive support for the Co-Head U.S. Capital Markets President, New England Area. This is a temporary position expected to last approximately 6 months.
• The candidate should have a minimum of 5+ years of experience as an executive assistant. Must display a high level of professionalism in person and on the phone. Duties include:
•  Is responsible for heavy calendar management utilizing Microsoft Outlook; must be flexible with last-minute schedule changes and urgent meeting requests. Deal input and tracking payments.

Responsibilities:

• Screen a high volume of telephone calls from both internal and external sources.
• Coordinates meetings, including ordering meals, preparing meeting rooms and invitations, etc.
• Must be proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook at an advanced level
• Must be able to compose business correspondence and format spreadsheets
• Works on special assignments as needed. Such items may require research, development, and/or interpretation of data and be performed with little supervision or instructions.
• Track action items and deliverables for executives and proactively schedule the time required to address them.
• Works on special assignments that may be complex in nature where judgment and initiative are required in resolving problems and making recommendations
• Meets designated deadlines and works effectively in a pressurized environment.
• Must have a professional phone manner and be able to interact with staff and clients in a professional manner
• Must be able to multi-task with little or no supervision
• Confidentiality is EXTREMELY important. Must handle confidential material in an extremely discreet and professional manner
• Be able to prioritize when working for more than one person

• Have a “can-do” attitude. Be willing to do what it takes to get it done.

  
  

Skills and Education:

• BA or BS degree
• Ability to interface professionally with all levels of employees
• Proficient in MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Exceptional organizational skills are necessary to succeed in this position.
• Must be flexible and able to work extended hours.
• Please note this is a required in-office position.

Qualified candidates must have strong communication, written, and verbal skills. Strong attention to detail, exceptional follow-thru skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are a must! 

We offer a competitive salary and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401k, and paid holidays. To be considered for this opportunity,

Salary Range Language

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $70,000 to $75,000 annually.  The actual base salary will be determined on an individualized basis taking into account a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, education, and, where applicable, licenses or certifications held.  In addition to base salary and a competitive benefits package (including health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching), this position may be eligible for additional types of compensation including discretionary bonuses and other short- and long-term incentives (e.g., deferred cash, equity, etc.).

Working Conditions: This is an in-office position based at 225 Franklin Street, Boston MA. Normal working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Newmark is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.