SENIOR ASSOCIATE/EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
ABOUT KIRKENDOLL MANAGEMENT
Kirkendoll Management (KM) is a private boutique hospitality management and investment company headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana. KM is one of the top entertainment management companies in the world and is distinguished by its ability to create the ultimate guest experience. In addition to its standalone company-owned and operated businesses (currently six nightclubs, three restaurants), Kirkendoll Management is the Master Licensor for PENTHOUSE®-branded goods and services around the world
DESCRIPTION
We are looking for an ambitious, self-directed Senior Associate who is resourceful, thoughtful, and has excellent problem-solving and organizational skills. The right candidate is excited to actively engage in the day-to-day business of KM; this is a demanding and dynamic role that requires exceptional multitasking abilities, excellent communication skills, and a high level of discretion and emotional intelligence. The Senior Associate will report directly to the Vice President and will be a key point of contact at KM and play a vital role in ensuring smooth communication and coordination across the organization and with external partners.
At KM You Will:
- Be the primary point of contact for the VP and manage her schedule, calendar, and appointments.
- Coordinate and prioritize meetings, conferences, and events, ensuring all logistics are arranged efficiently.
- Research, plan, and organize domestic and international travel itineraries, including flights, accommodations, transportation, and visas.
- Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents on behalf of the executive.
- Conduct research, collect data, and prepare reports or briefs to support decision-making processes.
- Screen and handle incoming calls, emails, and correspondence, providing accurate and timely responses or redirecting them as appropriate.
- Prepare and process expense reports, invoices, and other financial documents.
- Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
- Proactively identify ways to improve efficiency and organization of the VP.
REQUIREMENTS
What we're looking for:
- B.A. or B.S. with a strong academic record.
- 2+ years of professional experience, preferably as an executive assistant or otherwise in a high-profile or executive environment.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to draft professional and accurate correspondence.
- Highly proficient in Microsoft 365, specifically Office suite, Outlook, and Teams.
- Kind, high-integrity individual who understands the importance of privacy and demonstrates extreme professionalism, good judgment, and discretion.
- Proactive mindset, anticipating needs and taking initiative to ensure smooth operations.
- Self-directed and independent worker who can manage multiple priorities.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
- Ideally this if a full-time position, although part-time availability will be considered (at least 20 hours per week). Assistant must be based in the greater New Orleans metro area.
- Location is hybrid, 50/50 in-person/remote.
- Salary Range (Full-time): $50,000-$60,000 depending on qualifications and experience.
YOU'LL LOVE WORKING AT KIRKENDOLL MANAGEMENT BECAUSE:
- We value your happiness and work life balance. We believe happy people make the best employees and we strive to maximize our employee’s happiness in and out of the workplace. We offer great insurance (health, vision, and dental), three weeks of paid vacation, tax savings plans for retirement, commuter benefits, monthly reimbursements for parking, phone, and gym memberships, generous and inclusive parental leave, a kitchen stocked with snacks and coffee, and a full bar on premises.
- We’ll invest in your career. Our company’s growing quickly, and we’ll give you the opportunity to do the same. You’ll have access to a number of professional development opportunities so that you can keep up with the company’s evolving needs.
- We offer competitive compensation packages. We deeply value the talent our team brings to the table and provide fair and equitable total compensation packages as part of our commitment to everyone who works here.
- And so much more. At KM we work hard and play hard. We have regular team lunches and happy hours, organize ways to give back to our local communities, attend professional sports games, and love finding ways to interact outside of the office.
- Salary Range (Full-time): $50,000-$60,000 depending on qualifications and experience.
HOW TO APPLY
We are currently interviewing for this position. If you are interested in applying, please send an email with a brief cover letter and your CV to careers@kirkmgmt.com.