Executive Assistant, Chief Operating Officer

Job Description Summary

For over forty years, HarbourVest has been home to a committed team of professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to deliver impactful solutions to our clients and investing partners. As our global firm grows, we continue to add individuals who seek a collaborative, open-door culture that values diversity and innovative thinking.

In our collegial environment that’s marked by low turnover and high energy, you’ll be inspired to grow and thrive. Here, you will be encouraged to build on your strengths and acquire new skills and experiences.

We are committed to fostering an environment of inclusion that promotes mutual respect among all employees. Understanding and valuing these differences optimizes the potential of both the individual and the firm.

HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer.

This position will be a hybrid work arrangement. You will receive 18 remote workdays per quarter to use at your discretion, subject to manager approval. For example, you may choose to work in the office 4 days per week and take one remote day weekly (typically 13 weeks per quarter), leaving 5 additional remote days to be used as needed.

Join our team at HarbourVest Advisers L.P. as an Executive Assistant to the COO and play a pivotal role in supporting our extraordinary operations. This is an outstanding opportunity to work closely with our Chief Operating Officer and make a significant impact on our bold goals!

The ideal candidate is someone who is

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• Experienced in supporting senior executives in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptionally organized and diligent
• Proactive in anticipating needs and solving problems
• Skilled in managing intricate schedules across global time zones
• An excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills
• Able to exercise good judgment and discretion

What you will do

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* Coordinate the COO’s cal...