Executive Assistant to the Principal Azlin Consultants
Position Overview
The Executive Assistant is responsible for providing comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Principal, founder and portfolio manager of an investment management business. This includes managing schedules, handling correspondence, coordinating travel, and providing general assistance with day-to-day tasks across both fund operations and personal/family office management.
The ideal candidate will be a highly-organized and detail-oriented individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong judgment, and the ability to think independently and anticipate needs.
Reporting to: The Principal (directly)
Core Responsibilities
Calendar & Scheduling
- Manage the Principal's schedule, including scheduling appointments, meetings, and conferences
- Coordinate overlapping professional and personal commitments
- Manage calendar conflicts and optimize time allocation across competing priorities
- Anticipate scheduling needs and proactively suggest optimal timing
Correspondence & Communication
- Handle correspondence, including drafting and responding to emails, letters, and other documents
- Compose and send emails and letters on behalf of the Principal
- Manage inbox triage and ensure timely, appropriate responses
- Maintain qualified tone and confidentiality in all communications
Administrative Support
- Provide general administrative support, such as preparing presentations, managing files, and ordering supplies
- Maintain office inventory and vendor relationships
- Communicate with vendors and service providers on behalf of the Principal
- Organize and file documents systematically
Travel Coordination
- Coordinate travel arrangements, including booking flights, hotels, and ground transportation
- Optimize travel for comfort, cost-efficiency, and schedule alignment
- Manage multi-city, multi-week itineraries with family and professional commitments
- Handle v