Executive Assistant

Meet the Company:

We are MERU. A values-driven, impact-oriented team dedicated to fixing companies. We provide advisory services and data analytics support to middle-market companies. Our clients include private equity firms, credit funds, investment banks, and law firms. We bring deep turnaround experience, a group of veteran operators, and an incentive-aligned approach to any situation. The company was founded by professionals from Alvarez & Marsal and McKinsey and has seen rapid growth for since its founding in 2017.

MERU’s service offerings include transaction services, performance improvement (EBITDA/cash potential), interim management (CEO, CRO, CFO), restructuring services (liquidity management, business plan development, and review, and restructuring plan design and execution), and data insights services (data warehouse/ data lake development, data modeling, dashboarding, AI / ML expertise). MERU primarily caters to middle-market companies with $50M - $2B in annual sales and has deep relationships in the private equity and private credit communities.

The MERU Way:

When you join MERU, you will help our clients solve their most pressing problems, supported by a team of people who will challenge you, support you, and inspire you. We focus on training people to be well-rounded individuals to deliver impact to clients, allowing all team members to gain experience in diligence, turnarounds, interim management, data science, and more. MERU provides an internal Coach to work with a team member on their professional development plan goals. Finally, MERU values personal time, only traveling when necessary in order to celebrate and respect your personal life. Learn more about our colleagues’ core characteristics and culture here: The MERU Way.

As an Executive Assistant, you will partner with the MERU executive leadership team. Your role is pivotal in ensuring seamless operations, managing complex schedules, and facilitating effective communication across the organization. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with senior executives, providing a platform for professional growth and development.

This role is based in Atlanta, GA and is a full-time in-office position, with flexibility to work remotely from time to time.

EA Responsibilities:

• Manage and optimize executive calendars, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements
• Serve as the primary point of contact between executives and internal/external stakeholders
• Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations with a high degree of accuracy
• Coordinate logistics for meetings and events, ensuring all details are handled efficiently
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Assist with special projects and initiatives as directed by executive leadership

EA Role Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an executive support role
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment