Executive Assistant

St. Louis, MO

Lewis & Clark Capital (LACC) is the private equity investing arm of a family office (Lewis & Clark Holdings). We take a selective, pragmatic, and operator-focused approach to investing in the lower middle-market, and partner with successful founders and operators to help realize their vision of moving beyond success to significance. 

We take pride in our hardworking, tight-knit team and a company culture that is both welcoming and collaborative. While our environment is fast-paced, we balance it with relaxed social activities and an emphasis on supportive teamwork.

We are seeking an Executive Assistant to provide support and reporting functions to the Lewis & Clark Capital Managing Directors, the Lewis & Clark Capital Team, and related business constituents.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. 

  • Provides overall coordination and support for Lewis & Clark Capital leadership team in order to help foster a high performing environment 
  • Acts as the Managing Director’s representative in dealings with third parties by exercising considerable judgment and discretion. 
  • Prioritizes and handles various incoming and outgoing correspondence. 
  • Independently provides general office and special project support as needed, ranging from routine to complex. Work closely with other Executive Assistants to support the LACC team as required.  
  • Coordinates the scheduling of individual calendars and on-site facilities/conference rooms. 
  • Assists with presentation and pitch decks for business meetings, i.e., pitch meetings, board of director meetings, shareholders, etc. May be requested to take meeting minutes. 
  • Manages corporate documentation (filing, printing, binding, etc.). 
  • Initiates correspondence; drafts letters and documents; collects and analyzes information; initiates telecommunications. 
  • Conducts research, reserves, and processes travel arrangements and provides travel support to Managing Directors. May also provide support to other team members as needed. 
  • Performs varying degrees of data entry and other clerical duties. 
  • Accurately create email and mail correspondence accordingly. 
  • Prepare all personal and business reimbursable expense reports. 
  • Organizes annual calendar of events internally and externally. 
  • Updates and coordinates with other LACH entities when necessary. 
  • Coordinates board meeting schedules  
  • Personal administrative support as needed. 

Education 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Organizational Leadership, or a related field preferred. 
  • Equivalent professional experience supporting senior executives in complex, fast-paced environments will also be consideredShape 

Qualifications 

Executive Support & Business Acumen 

  • 5+ years of experience supporting senior executives, leadership teams, or partners in a fast-paced and dynamic organization. 
  • Demonstrated ability to anticipate executive needs, proactively manage priorities, and operate with a high degree of professionalism and sound judgment. 
  • Experience interacting with executives, board members, investors, and senior stakeholders in high-stakes or time-sensitive situations. 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
  • Ability to build trusted relationships across teams while maintaining professionalism and discretion.  

Confidentiality & Professional Judgment 

  • Strong understanding of confidentiality, discretion, and professional boundaries.
  • Proven ability to manage highly sensitive information and communications with the highest level of integrity and trust. 

Technology & Systems Proficiency 

  • Advanced proficiency with modern office technology including Microsoft Office or Google Workspace, calendar and scheduling systems, document management tools, and communication platforms (e.g., Slack, Teams, Zoom). 
  • Comfortable working across multiple technology systems and capable of basic troubleshooting of office technology and communication tools to maintain operational continuity. 
  • Demonstrates curiosity and openness to exploring emerging technologies, including AI tools, to improve productivity, streamline administrative processes, and enhance overall office efficiency. 
  • In collaboration with other team members, willing to test and deploy tools that improve workflow, documentation, scheduling, and communication.  

Problem Solving & Critical Thinking 

  • Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities with the capacity to quickly assess situations, identify solutions, and make sound decisions in real time. 
  • Resourceful and proactive in addressing issues before they escalate. 

Organization & Execution 

  • Exceptional organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities with accuracy and attention to detail. 
  • Strong follow-through and commitment to delivering high-quality work.