Executive Assistant

New York City · 1-3 years experience · Full-time · Hybrid · Posted Oct 19, 2026

At a glance

Plaid is seeking an Executive Assistant to join the People Team and partner closely with the company's senior leaders.
The role involves enhancing the productivity and operational efficiency of leaders and their teams through complex scheduling, meeting coordination, and project management.

Provide executive and administrative support to 3-4 Product and Engineering leaders/teams
Efficiently manage and own complex calendars, scheduling, and logistics for leaders
Partner closely with leaders and team both internally and externally, with composure and discretion
Coordinate internal meetings and ensure agendas are tracked and action items are circulated and followed up on
Execute cross-functional projects, including drafting team-wide communications and managing logistics for All Hands and internal events
Manage complex travel arrangements and coordination
Own end-to-end planning, vendor management, and execution of onsites and team events
Provide budget oversight and manage expenses across teams

1-3 years of experience providing administrative or project support, preferably in a fast-paced technology or high-growth environment
Experience directly supporting Directors, Senior Managers, or similar high-level team leads
Someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and exhibits a strong sense of ownership
A motivated and resourceful self-starter who can fearlessly execute and navigate through ambiguity and think on their feet
Agility and flexibility to quickly respond to changing priorities and proactivity in anticipating the needs of others
A high degree of emotional intelligence coupled with excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
Proven ability to build strong partnerships and provide reliable, consistent support to colleagues and partners across the organization