Real Estate - Administrative Assistant

Job Overview

Blackstone Real Estate is seeking a highly organized Administrative Assistant to support the Office of the Head of Blackstone Real Estate. This role partners with the senior-level Executive Assistant, providing essential administrative, expense, and event‑planning support to ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations in a fast‑paced environment.

• Administrative & Executive Support:
  • Assist with calendar management, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements as directed.
  • Provide support on ad hoc projects and special initiatives for the leadership team.
  • Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Expense Management (Primary Owner):
  • Prepare, submit, and track expense reports accurately and on time.
  • Partner with Finance and internal stakeholders to resolve expense‑related questions or discrepancies.
• Event Planning & Coordination (Primary Owner):
  • Plan and coordinate internal and external events (leadership meetings, team offsites, town‑halls, firm‑sponsored functions).
  • Manage logistics such as venue selection, catering, travel coordination, materials, and on‑site support.
  • Track event‑related expenses and support post‑event reconciliation.
• Travel Arrangements and Planning (Primary Owner):
  • Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements for the Head and related leadership.
  • Book flights, hotels, ground transportation, and visas in adherence to firm policies.
  • Prepare detailed itineraries, confirm logistics, and proactively manage schedule changes.

• Preferred Bachelor’s degree.
• 5+ years of administrative or executive support experience in financial services, real estate, or a similar dynamic environment.
• Experience with expense management (preferably Concur) and event planning.
• Exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Professional presence, sound judgment, and discretion with senior‑level leadership.

Expected annual base salary range: $70,000 – $130,000.

Additional compensation includes discretionary bonuses and potential equity awards.

Benefits consist of comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, FSA), paid time off, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and additional perks.

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