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Personal Assistant to the CEO

Lisson Gallery 06/18/2026
New York, NY
$70000 - $75000 (Annual) Full Time Permanent Experienced (Non-Manager) 4-Year Degree
Fine Arts, Administration, Other, Gallery, Hospitality
Application Deadline : 07/01/2026
Description

Position Summary:

 

The Personal Assistant / Associate, CEO Office will provide day-to-day personal, administrative, and operational support to the CEO and Associate Director, CEO Office. The role acts as a key liaison between the CEO's Office and the wider gallery, helping to ensure the efficient flow of information, coordination of priorities, and execution of projects across departments; while enabling the CEO to focus on strategic, commercial, and relationship-driven initiatives.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

Personal Administration & Relationship Management:

  • Personal calendar overview in conjunction with the Associate Director, CEO Office
  • Schedule personal appointments (medical, contractors, etc.)
  • Pay invoices (property management bills, medical bills, car, insurance, etc.)
  • Maintain personal contact databases and records
  • Manage confidential communication with a high level of discretion
  • Maintain client, artist, and key stakeholder records and contact information
  • Coordinate birthday acknowledgements, holiday gifts, and other relationship-management initiatives for artists, clients, and key contacts

 

CEO Office Coordination & Internal Communications

  • Act as a primary point of contact between the CEO's Office and gallery staff across departments.
  • Coordinate communication and follow-up between the CEO and internal stakeholders, including Sales, Artist Management, Operations, Communications, Finance, and Events
  • Track and manage requests requiring CEO review, approval, or feedback
  • Ensure timely communication of decisions, updates, and action items to relevant teams
  • Support artist relationship management by coordinating communications, meetings, studio visits, and special projects
  • Assist with the planning and execution of White Street programming, dinners, events, and related CEO Office initiatives
  • Support special projects and strategic initiatives on behalf of the CEO's Office as required

 

Travel, Hospitality & Events

  • Coordinate arrangements for all travel, accommodation, and entertainment in coordination with the Associate Director, CEO Office and the CEO's partner
  • Arrange artist travel as required
  • Work with Events Manager for business dinner and events (client, artist, art fairs, exhibitions)
  • Manage restaurant reservations and hospitality arrangements
  • Schedule and coordinate personal events with vendors or dining establishments as needed
  • Assist with coordination of CEO-hosted dinners, artist engagements, collector events, and White Street programming initiatives as needed

 

Property & Household Management:

  • Manage all general property maintenance requests (including housekeeping, contractors, alarm systems, pool cleanings, winterizing of house, refilling propane tank, and other utilities)
  • Coordinate cleaners and contractor schedules
  • Manage shipping, delivery, and receipt of personal items
  • Manage insurance for owned properties including apartment, car, home, and valuable personal property
  • Manage personal liability insurance matters
  • Research and procure home items when needed (e.g, furniture, appliances, etc.)
  • Run miscellaneous errands when needed (e.g., dry cleaning, store pick-ups, etc.)
  • Maintain stock of miscellaneous groceries and other supplies for entertaining

 

Medical Insurance Management:

  • Schedule and coordinate doctor appointments (including routine appointments)
  • Manage prescription refills and home deliveries
  • Ensure prescriptions are filled in advance of travel
  • File, track, and follow up on all medical insurance claims
  • Maintain contact list of all doctors and medical providers
  • Manage medical insurance administration and related billing

 

Requirements:

  • 2–5 years of experience supporting senior executives, principals, or directors within the arts, gallery, luxury, cultural, or professional services sectors
  • Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs, exercise initiative, and manage competing priorities proactively
  • Exceptional discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism when handling confidential information
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong administrative, project-management, and time-management skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills , with the ability to build effective relationships across departments and levels of seniority
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a service-oriented approach, with the confidence to interact professionally with artists, collectors, senior executives, and external stakeholders
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Apple products, and related business applications
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot basic technology issues
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to drive preferred
How to apply

To apply, please submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role to [email protected] with the subject line: "Personal Assistant to the CEO."


Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. For priority consideration, please submit your application by June 24, 2026, although the position will remain open until filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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