Company Overview:

Perot Jain L.P. is a Dallas-based early-stage venture capital firm founded by Ross Perot Jr. and Anurag Jain in 2014. The firm provides early-stage capital and business expertise to companies that are developing transformative technologies. Perot Jain L.P. targets early-stage companies with substantial growth opportunities and up to $50 million annual revenues. Geographically, the primarily focus is the United States and India. To date, the company has made an investment in 65 companies.

Perot Jain L.P. is a small venture capital investment firm led by an entrepreneurial management team with a true sense of urgency in the decision-making process. Employees are held to high standards of performance and are comfortable with vigorous debate and challenge, managing by results, applying analytical rigor to their decisions, and driving for excellence based on open review of the data.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized, proactive and experienced Senior Administrative Assistant to support our Partner in a full-time, predominantly in office role in Dallas, Texas. The ideal candidate will provide business, personal and team support to ensure the smooth and efficient operations of the various ventures of the group. This position requires a detail-oriented individual who is motivated, possesses exceptional communication skills, and can manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced and highly entrepreneurial environment. This role will also provide exposure to various aspects of business operations and opportunities to contribute to the success of our organization.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the Partner’s calendar, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments.
• Arrange and coordinate travel itineraries, accommodations, and logistics.
• Prepare and submit expense reports accurately and in a timely manner.
• Prepare and organize materials for meetings, including presentations, reports, and agendas.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, communications, presentations, and other documents.
• Order catering services and make reservations for business functions and meetings.
• Conduct research, compile data, and prepare reports for consideration and presentation.
• Coordinate and manage special projects and initiatives as assigned.
• Serve as a liaison between the executive and other internal departments, clients, and external partners.
• Answer and screen phone calls, directing them to the appropriate parties and handling messages professionally.
• Greet and assist guests, ensuring a welcoming and professional environment.
• Handle ad hoc requests as needed.
  
  

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proven experience as an administrative assistant or in a similar role.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize tasks effectively, and manage heavy workloads in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of discretion, professional demeanor, integrity, and ethics.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to run errands and drive to project sites as needed.
  
  

Education and Experience:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an administrative assistant role or similar.
• Experience in supporting high-level management.
• Experience in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated experience working in a professional office environment.
• Venture capital or financial services experience preferred.
  
  

EEO Statement:

Perot Jain is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

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