Manager - Executive Assistant – Principal Support – DESIS

Job Posting: Executive Assistant

Company Overview

The D. E. Shaw group is a global investment and technology development firm with more than $90 billion in investment capital as of March 1, 2026, and offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. Since our founding in 1988, our firm has earned an international reputation for successful investing based on innovation, careful risk management, and the quality and depth of our staff. We have a significant presence in the world's capital markets, investing in a wide range of companies and financial instruments in both developed and developing economies.

Position Overview

We are looking for a resourceful candidate to join the Principal Support team, based out of the firm’s office in Hyderabad, India. The team provides seamless administrative and operational support to senior principals and the Executive Assistance team. It oversees critical business operations and administrative processes, ensuring effective workflow management and support for senior leadership.

What You Will Do Day - to - Day

You will provide high-level administrative support to senior principals by managing complex calendars, coordinating meetings across multiple time zones, handling travel arrangements, and preparing confidential correspondence. You will also oversee key operational tasks, process expenses, manage compliance documentation, and ensure seamless day-to-day support. Additionally, you will be required to build a good understanding of our business processes and handle essential back-office operations. In this position, you will be required to work in New York business hours.

Who We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate should hold:

Basic Qualifications

• The qualities of a poised, adaptable, and highly organized individual with exceptional communication, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.
• At least 8 to 10 years of relevant experience in executive or principal support, demonstrating the ability to work independently while excelling in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail, discretion in handling confidential information, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• A bachelor’s degree, along with proven expertise in the Microsoft Office suite (particularly Outlook).

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For further information about our recruitment process, including how applicant data will be processed, please visit our careers page .

Equal Opportunity Statement

Members of the D. E. Shaw group do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of sex, race, colour, caste, creed, religion, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.