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Executive Assistant (Finance)



Fitch Solutions is currently seeking an Executive Assistant based out of our New York office.

Fitch Solutions is a leading provider of insights, data and analytics. It informs investment strategies, strengthens risk management capabilities and helps identify strategic opportunities. Its analysts, lawyers, journalists and economists offer in-depth views on credit markets/risk and individual credits, ESG, developed and emerging markets, and industry sectors. Fitch Solutions is part of Fitch Group, a global leader in financial information services with operations in over 30 countries. Fitch Group is owned by Hearst.

Step into a role on the Fitch Solutions Commercial Team, where your talent for fostering client relationships meets unparalleled opportunities for professional development and visibility in the financial market intelligence space. Joining us means immersing yourself in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, supported by the strong foundation of a leading financial services group. Our diverse portfolio of powerful brands and products showcases our commitment to collaboration and innovation, proving that we are stronger together. With numerous opportunities for growth and a culture that celebrates every success, the Fitch Solutions Commercial Team is where your career can thrive, and you can make a meaningful impact.

About the Team

We are looking for a proactive, detail-focused EA who brings a down-to-earth, energetic vibe to our busy team. In this role, you will mainly support our Chief Commercial Officer and Global Head of Account Management, while also offering support to the MDs on our Commercial team.

How You'll Make an Impact:

  • Manage an Overwhelming Schedule: Managing a demanding calendar, scheduling events and meetings, and arranging complex travel. You'll take charge by suggesting optimal adjustments that fluidly balance work and personal obligations.
  • Optimize Meetings & Events: Use your proactive approach to streamline meeting durations, delegate responsibilities when conflicts arise, and plan vibrant team events that fuel our high-energy commercial team.
  • Provide Comprehensive Administrative Support: Handle logistics for internal meetings, corporate events, and general administrative tasks-including Manage expense reports, internal communications, and day-to-day administrative needs with a "nothing is too small" attitude.
  • Coordinate Complex Projects: Independently coordinate admin related projects that could require multiple inputs, ensuring timely completion at exceptional standards without constant supervision.
  • Take Initiative & Solve Problems: Demonstrate independence and creativity by taking initiative in tasks, proactively resolving issues, and continuously seeking better ways to work.
  • Embrace a Hands-On Attitude: Roll up your sleeves to support any task, big or small-nothing is too minor if it improves our operations.
  • Exhibit Detail-Oriented, Proactive Calendar & Travel Management: Beyond routine scheduling, think creatively about optimizing our time, from balancing conflicting work and personal obligations to innovating travel logistics.
  • Help Lead Office Management : Willingly step into office management responsibilities as needed, bringing organization and efficiency to our workspace.

You May be a Good Fit if:
  • 5+ years' experience in an Executive Assistant role supporting a CEO, CRO, or other C-level executive.
  • Bachelor's degree is strongly preferred.
  • High proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel.
  • Core Competencies:
  • Exceptional organizational skills paired with a keen eye for detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
  • A resourceful problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach.
  • A curious mindset that drives continuous learning and improvement.
  • A strong sense of confidentiality and professional integrity.
  • Flexibility and capability to multitask and prioritize work effectively.
  • This role requires you to be in the office 5-days a week

Why Choose Fitch:
  • Hybrid Work Environment: 2 to 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
  • A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
  • Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals
  • Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing
  • Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively
  • Inclusive Work Environment : A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe
  • Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community

Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch's credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interest or any appearance of a conflict of interest.

Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $90,000 and $115,000 per year. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of Fitch's total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch.

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