JOB ID: EB-1015692703

Senior Executive Assistant New York City opportunity supporting a dynamic UHNW Principal operating across private aviation, yachting, and multiple estates. This high-trust role serves as the operational right hand to a high-energy entrepreneur and CEO, managing complex logistics, estate operations, and high-impact projects in a fast-paced, global environment.

Company

Confidential UHNW Individual

Location

New York City (Meatpacking District) with travel to Miami every other month

About the Role

This is a rare, high-trust opportunity to serve as the operational right hand to a UHNW principal managing a highly active lifestyle and business portfolio. The role spans estate operations, yacht transitions, aircraft delivery, and VIP events. The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of experience supporting a CEO or UHNW principal and thrives in high-performance, detail-driven environments.

Why This Role

• Flexible role with travel to Miami, Los Angeles, and international locations
• Lead marquee projects including yacht transitions, aircraft delivery, and VIP events
• Partner with a dynamic team and best-in-class vendors
• High-visibility role across private aviation, yachting, and estate operations
• Opportunity to build systems, processes, and operational infrastructure
• NYC home base in a premier Meatpacking District office
• Principal values clarity, efficiency, and strong execution

Key Responsibilities

Estate & Operations

• Serve as central point of contact across all aspects of the principal’s life and operations
• Oversee estate management across multiple properties including vendors and staff coordination
• Manage household team of 8 FTEs and coordinate external vendors
• Ensure operational continuity across estates, aviation, and yachting programs
• Maintain strict confidentiality, privacy, and security protocols

Yachting & Aviation

• Own master planning across two yachts including transition, onboarding, and scheduling
• Drive delivery and acceptance of Global 8000 aircraft including logistics and compliance
• Act as liaison with captains, yacht managers, and aviation teams
• Travel internationally (including Italy) for inspections and vendor coordination

Events & Projects

• Plan and execute VIP events including budgets, contracts, and guest experience
• Lead cross-functional projects from planning through execution
• Travel regularly to Miami to support operations and priorities

Process & Team Building

• Build SOPs, dashboards, and reporting systems for operational visibility
• Manage recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding for support roles
• Implement project management tools to streamline operations

Candidate Profile

• 7+ years of experience supporting a CEO, UHNW principal, or similar role
• Experience managing estates, private aviation, or yachting environments
• Strong presence and ability to work with high-energy leadership
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities
• High emotional intelligence and discretion
• Comfortable with international travel and non-standard hours
• Process-oriented with strong systems and project management skills
• Family office experience preferred

This Senior Executive Assistant New York City role is ideal for a highly capable operator who thrives in complex, high-stakes environments and is ready to take full ownership across a dynamic UHNW platform.

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