The D. E. Shaw group seeks an extraordinarily proactive, resourceful, detail-sensitive, and articulate Senior Executive Assistant to support one of its C-Level Executives.  Responsibilities include scheduling, work flow management and prioritization, liaising with internal business units and external parties, strategic support for projects, and other administrative duties.  We seek a self-assured, highly composed individual with exceptional analytical, time- management, communication, multi-tasking, and organizational skills.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience; will demonstrate proven mastery of the Microsoft Office suite (particularly Microsoft Outlook); and will excel at working independently, managing multiple projects, and handling confidential information with the utmost discretion.  This position offers generous compensation, full benefits, and a collegial working environment with casual dress.  BA or BS degree required.  Financial services experience a plus. 

The D. E. Shaw group is a New York-based global investment and technology development firm with approximately $39 billion in assets under managment as of July 1, 2008.  The D. E. Shaw group has an international reputation for financial innovation, technological leadership, and an extraordinarily distinguished staff, and has offices in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Members of the D. E. Shaw group do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.