Executive Assistant – Senior Support (Non-Traditional, 6-Month LTA)

The D. E. Shaw group seeks a proactive and highly organized individual to provide exceptional administrative and operational support to senior executives, regardless of prior executive assistance experience. The role involves exercising sound judgment, adaptability, and problem-solving to help keep key initiatives organized and moving forward—anticipating needs, managing shifting priorities, and maintaining a high degree of professionalism. The role offers close collaboration with leaders across the firm in a fast-paced, intellectually rigorous environment, with structured guidance to learn the nuances of executive support. High performers in this role may be considered for full-time opportunities at the firm.