Administrative Assistant to Chief Investment Officer

Overview

JW Michaels & Co., a distinguished global alternative investment firm with over three decades of experience, is looking for a highly organized and detail-focused Administrative Assistant to support the Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer (CIO). The company specializes in diverse long-term investments including direct private equity, venture and growth equity financings, focused public markets, real estate, and opportunistic deals. With a proprietary capital base and founder involvement, the firm prides itself on creativity, flexibility, high ethical standards, and fostering collaborative, enduring relationships with families, management teams, entrepreneurs, and investors.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage a complex calendar for the CIO, keeping him well-informed of upcoming engagements and duties.
• Coordinate intricate travel plans and agendas, preparing necessary documents for business trips.
• Adhere to company policies on travel and expense management, collaborating with the Compliance team to secure necessary approvals.
• Exercise sound judgment in resolving conflicts, act proactively to handle issues promptly, and ensure timely completion of projects within firm deadlines.
• Organize and support team events, social activities, and outings.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum five years’ experience supporting senior-level executives.
• Exceptional organizational abilities with strong attention to detail and capacity to prioritize diverse tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build strong internal relationships.
• Proficient written and verbal communication proficiency.
• Proactive problem-solving aptitude coupled with sound decision-making capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive information confidentially.
• Strong client service orientation.
• Experience in global organizations handling international stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and Zoom.
• Unwavering commitment to high ethical standards.

Employee Benefits

• Comprehensive health care coverage fully paid by the company.
• Generous parental and family leave policies.
• Organized volunteer initiatives.
• Support for diversity through employee-led affinity groups focusing on women, people of color, and the LGBT+ community.
• Programs promoting mental and physical wellness.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions.

About JW Michaels & Co.

JW Michaels & Co. is a leading global alternative asset manager focused on delivering superior returns through both fundamental and systematic investment strategies. With more than 30 years of investment experience across asset classes and regions, the firm is dedicated to attracting and nurturing top talent by fostering an investor-driven culture that supports professional growth and development.