Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer Job at Star Mountain Capital in T

Firm Overview

Star Mountain is a rapidly growing, specialized private investment firm focused on the large and less competitive lower middle-market (“LMM”), comprised of businesses that generally have between $5 million and $50 million in annual EBITDA. The Firm employs three complementary strategies: (i) private credit, (ii) private equity and (iii) secondary credit and PE fund investing, all focused within the U.S. LMM. The Firm’s track record, business model, growth trajectory and award-winning culture provide compelling career opportunities for driven and talented individuals. Culture is a core principle which includes long-term alignment of interest with 100% of U.S. employees participating in investment profits. The Firm has over $4 billion in assets under management (committed capital including debt facilities as of 7/31/24) and expects strong continued growth based on its performance, distinctive investment approach and its diversified investor base of domestic and global institutions (including public pensions, corporate pensions, insurance companies, commercial banks, endowments, foundations and family offices) and individuals. Star Mountain values team players with positive, solutions-based attitudes complemented by a strong work ethic and is heavily committed to long-term training and career development. The Firm is employee-owned with material long-term wealth creation opportunity for dedicated, entrepreneurial professionals. Dynamic team of over 100 full-time people and 40+ Senior Advisors / Operating Partners.

The senior team has over 500 years of collective investment experience including prior leadership experience at Blackstone / GSO, Fortress, Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, J.P. Morgan and Merrill Lynch.

For the last five consecutive years, Star Mountain has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work by both Crain’s and Pensions & Investments.

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Executive Assistant (EA) to provide high-level administrative support to our CEO. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced environment while working on a wide range of administrative and executive support tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing the CEO's calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Assist in the coordination and preparation of materials for meetings, including agendas, tear sheets, and reports.
• Ensure CRM database is up to date with relevant and accurate information.
• Act as a liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders, including clients, partners, etc.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Anticipate the CEO's needs and proactively address them.
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years’ experience as an executive assistant to a senior level professional or similar role, with experience in the finance or asset management industry preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with great work ethic and an understanding that work may need to occur late evenings or on weekends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of discretion and professionalism.
• Positive attitude.
• Willing to work full-time, in our newly built Tampa, Florida office, helping build a culture of collaboration and excellence.

Office Model:

Star Mountain Capital’s work model is designed to be in-office with a focus on team collaboration and apprenticeship style learning that connects our employees on many levels. Our team aligns to this model to increase meaningful moments that are not replicated in a remote experience. Employees who join our organization can count on this model to accelerate your onboarding, learning, and integration into the firm.

Compensation:

The exact salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and performance during the selection process. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and other economics. Total compensation may vary by role, location, department, and individual performance. The firm is 100% employee owned providing for material economic wealth creation opportunity.

Benefits:

Star Mountain Capital is committed to a healthy and engaged workforce. Our benefits are constantly evolving to support our employees’ needs today and in the future. We offer a highly competitive medical, dental, and vision package. Select other benefits include: 50% coverage on monthly gym memberships, a cell phone stipend, tuition support of job-related designations and learning and development opportunities, and other bespoke benefits.

Interview Process

Thank you for your interest in a role at Star Mountain Capital. Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to each one individually. If your resume is a match for the role you’ve applied for or other potential opportunities, we will reach to start the conversation. If you do not hear from us immediately, please understand that we are carefully reviewing all applications and will keep your resume on file for future opportunities that align with your experience and qualifications.

Please submit your resume through LinkedIn and if you would like to include additional information, such as a cover letter, previous projects, transcripts or references, you may submit this to careers@StarMountainCapital.com with the subject line: “Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer – Tampa, Florida – [Your Name]".

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Note: Detailed award eligibility requirements for Crain’s can be found here and for Pensions & Investments here.

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