Executive Assistant

MERU is a values-driven, impact-oriented advisory and data analytics firm serving middle-market companies, private equity firms, credit funds, investment banks, and law firms. The company was founded by professionals from Alvarez & Marsal and McKinsey and provides expertise across performance improvement, turnaround and restructuring, transaction services, and data insights.

MERU is seeking a highly motivated and polished Executive Assistant to support its senior leadership team. This high-impact role requires exceptional judgment, discretion, organization, and the ability to anticipate executive needs. The Executive Assistant will serve as a trusted partner to Partners and executives, enabling them to focus on clients and business development.

This is a full-time, in-office position based in Atlanta, Georgia, with occasional flexibility to work remotely.

MERU supports professional development through cross-functional training, internal coaching, and opportunities to build experience across its service lines. The company also values personal time and encourages a balanced work environment.

• 5+ years of experience in an executive support role, ideally within a professional services environment such as financial services, consulting, law, or a similar field
• Demonstrated ability to support multiple senior stakeholders simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment
• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to represent executives professionally
• High level of discretion and sound judgment when handling sensitive or confidential matters
• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to anticipate needs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with CRM platforms such as Salesforce, HubSpot, D365, or similar is a plus
• Ability to remain calm under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and manage ambiguity with poise
• Professional demeanor and genuine commitment to supporting the success of the people and firm served
• Authorization to work in the United States

• Manage complex, dynamic calendars for multiple senior executives, resolving conflicts, prioritizing competing demands, and protecting time for strategic priorities
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, including flights, hotels, ground transportation, visas, itineraries, and contingency planning
• Serve as the primary point of contact between executives and internal and external stakeholders, including clients, investors, and professional contacts
• Prepare briefing materials, agendas, and background research to anticipate executive needs
• Draft, proofread, and finalize correspondence, reports, presentations, and other executive communications
• Coordinate logistics for internal and external meetings and events, including board meetings, client dinners, and team offsites
• Handle sensitive and confidential client, personnel, and business information with absolute discretion
• Process expense reports and manage reimbursements accurately and on time
• Assist with special projects and strategic initiatives directed by executive leadership
• Support general operations of the Atlanta office
• Manage office inventory, supply procurement, and timely replenishment
• Submit and track maintenance and facilities requests and coordinate issue resolution with building management
• Oversee building access management, including issuing and deactivating access cards for staff and visitors
• Act as the primary liaison with office vendors and service providers
• Prepare and process client invoices in partnership with the Finance team
• Maintain organized billing records and follow up on outstanding items
• Maintain the CRM with new leads, contacts, meeting records, and correspondence for current and target clients
• Ensure CRM data integrity and completeness and work with Partners to keep records current