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.