Executive Assistant to Legal Team

Company Overview

Kalshi operates at the forefront of financial innovation by pioneering prediction markets, a unique financial marketplace where individuals can trade based on the outcomes of future events across multiple fields including politics, economics, technology, and more. With a mission to expand truth in the world using market mechanisms, Kalshi has become the fastest-growing financial market in the US, legally recognized as the first of its kind.

Role Summary

The Executive Assistant will be the crucial support pillar for Kalshi's General Counsel and the entire legal division, facilitating seamless day-to-day operations. The role demands exceptional management of complex scheduling and travel logistics, anticipation of team needs, and acting as a confidential liaison between legal personnel, external counsel, regulators, and company stakeholders. Candidates with previous experience at a major law firm who understand legal workflows and thrive at organizing multifaceted workstreams will excel in this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage detailed calendars for the legal department, navigating multiple time zones and prioritizing competing attorney schedules
• Coordinate comprehensive travel plans including flights, accommodations, transportation, and detailed agendas for domestic and international trips
• Prepare and compile documents, presentations, and briefing materials for meetings, board gatherings, and regulatory calls
• Oversee expense management including reports, reimbursements, and invoicing for external counsel
• Serve as a professional and discreet communication channel with internal teams, outside legal advisors, and regulatory bodies
• Maintain organized filing systems for contracts, corporate documents, and legal correspondence
• Organize legal team events, offsite meetings, and other special gatherings
• Occasionally assist with personal errands to maximize leaders’ efficiency
• Handle confidential and privileged information with utmost judgment and discretion

Candidate Profile

• Minimum four years of experience in supporting legal teams as an Executive Assistant, paralegal, or legal secretary, preferably within a large law firm environment
• Knowledgeable in legal terminology, workflows, and the dynamics of in-house or firm legal departments
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail capable of managing multiple complex schedules simultaneously
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, comfortable liaising with external counsel and authorities
• Proactive and resourceful with strong problem-solving capabilities and initiative
• Adept at balancing various priorities and managing demands from multiple stakeholders
• Willingness to work extended hours when necessary to meet workload demands
• Trusted to manage confidential information professionally and discreetly
• Must be located in or able to work onsite in downtown Manhattan

Compensation

This role offers a salary range of $90,000 to $140,000 annually in addition to equity participation and benefits, reflecting current market data and variable levels of experience.

Culture and Equal Opportunity Commitment

Kalshi’s core values emphasize merit, ownership, innovation, and pride in their work. The company fosters an inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds without discrimination.