Executive Administrator

Eastdil Secured Savills is the global real estate investment bank that uniquely combines commercial real estate and capital markets expertise. We provide truly independent advice with the mission to drive value for our clients through creative, actionable ideas and flawless execution. Our knowledge-driven team is comprised of remarkable people who are seamlessly connected across all levels and geographies, merging experience, expertise, and resources to deliver the best strategies from around the globe. With a focus on serving our clients, we thrive on collaboration to execute the world’s most dynamic transactions.
At Eastdil Secured Savills, we seek individuals who have the expertise, integrity and dedication needed to drive meaningful impact for our clients. We hire and advance based on merit and actively engage talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, fostering a culture of creativity and innovation throughout our company.
This is a full-time, in-person Executive Administrator role based in our Santa Monica office. This role reports directly to the Senior Executive Assistant to the CEO who will provide direction, priorities, and delegated scope for this role.
This position is for a highly proactive and meticulous individual who is comfortable operating in a high-touch environment; someone who anticipates needs, follows through without being asked, and keeps every commitment fully documented and confirmed.
The responsibilities below are broad in scope but are not exhaustive and will be adjusted based on what is delegated by the Senior Executive Assistant. The individual in this role is expected to take on related tasks and responsibilities as assigned, even if not explicitly stated below.
Essential Functions
Execute the day-to-day tasks and delegated responsibilities assigned by the Senior Executive Assistant, with speed, accuracy, and exceptional follow-through
Maintain the highest level of discretion and confidentiality at all times given consistent exposure to extremely sensitive business and personal information
Handle the detailed, hands-on execution of tasks: bookings, confirmations, documentation, and logistics, allowing the Senior Executive Assistant to focus on higher-level priorities
Act as a reliable, self-directed partner; finding and completing work, providing updates, and knowing what to handle versus escalate
Core Responsibilities
Support the CEO’s Senior Executive Assistant in providing in-person support to the CEO
Maintain a complex calendar (business and personal)
Manage conference and speaking engagement logistics
Coordinate all domestic and international travel, including flights, hotels, transportation, required visas, travel documentation, and itineraries
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities; pivots with ease
Serve as the primary owner of expense management
Manage assignments end-to-end, ensuring timely execution and transparent communication throughout the process
Own a steady volume of personal requests (travel, appointments, reservations, etc.)
Provide in-office support to visiting members of the executive team or broader leadership (e.g., an executive committee member) even when the CEO is not present
Truth & Partnership
Success in this role depends on a very close, high-trust working relationship with the Senior Executive Assistant; one built on consistency and reliability rather than close supervision
Education and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree, preferred
7+ years of experience in a corporate environment supporting senior-level executives, including complex principal travel and personal support
Experience, Skills and Competencies Required
Highly proactive self-starter who identifies what needs to happen next and acts on it, rather than waiting to be told
Exceptionally trustworthy and reliable, with the ability to build and sustain high-trust working relationships
Very strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
Demonstrated discretion handling sensitive business and confidential personal information
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust and rapport across all levels
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Sound judgment and the ability to make decisions independently when appropriate
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Experience coordinating complex calendars and travel logistics for senior executives
Tech-savvy: proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Microsoft Teams, and Zoom
iPhone required, as firm applications and tools are supported on Apple devices only
Concur expense management and travel booking experience a plus
Familiarity with leveraging AI tools to work more efficiently is a plus
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Eastdil Secured Savills (“ESS”) is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. ESS will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and candidates upon request, consistent with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process should contact careers@eastdilsecured.com.
ESS will not sponsor visas for these positions and will not hire individuals whose work eligibility is based on, for example, F-1 or other student visa status. In addition, not only must candidates be able to work in the United States without sponsorship when hired, they must maintain the ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship throughout their employment.

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No