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Executive Assistant to Chief People Officer- Human Resources

Church Pension Group Services Corporation
life insurance, parental leave, 401(k)
United States, New York, New York
19 East 34th Street (Show on map)
Jul 22, 2026
Description Department: Human Resources Job Type: Regular Full Time Education Level: BA/BS or combination of education and experience Required Years Experience: 10 Church Pension Group (CPG) is a financial services organization that serves the Episcopal Church, located in Midtown Manhattan. CPG was founded in 1917 to provide pension benefits to eligible clergy of the Episcopal Church. Since then, its mission has expanded to include life and disability insurance, health benefits, property & casualty insurance, and publishing. Our Human Resources (HR) Department is seeking a highly organized, proactive and service-orientedExecutive Assistant to support the Chief People Officer (CPO) and the broader HR team. This role combines executive-level administrative support with HR departmental responsibilities, serving as a central resource that helps the department operate efficiently and effectively. The ideal candidate is exceptionally organized, exercises sound judgment, maintains the highest level of confidentiality, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and responsiveness are essential. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned. Executive Support Provide executive-level administrative support to the CPO, serving as a trusted partner in managing day-to-day priorities Manage the CPO's calendar, resolving conflicts and ensuring effective prioritization of time, meetings, and preparation Coordinate internal and external meetings, including scheduling, logistics, and preparation of materials/presentations Manage travel arrangements (air, hotel, transportation), expense reports, and related logistics Serve as a trusted liaison between the CPO and internal/external stakeholders while exercising sound judgment, professionalism and discretion HR Departmental Support Provide administrative support to HR Leadership Team and other team members as needed to ensure the efficient day-to-day operation of the department Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, including preparation of new hire documentation Assist with employment verifications, I-9 documentation, and E-Verify (as applicable by jurisdiction) Maintain confidential employee records, and HR documentation in accordance with company policies and legal requirements Process invoices and track HR department expenses; ensure expenses are allocated to correct accounts Order and maintain office and HR department supplies Employee Programs & Special Initiatives Coordinate employee engagement initiatives such as service awards, recognition programs, and charitable campaigns Coordinate other employee programs including CPR training and on-site vaccinations Provide administrative support for additional HR activities and special assignments as needed Board of Trustees Compensation, Diversity & Workplace Values (CDWV) Committee Support Manage all communications with Trustees as related to CDWV Committee meetings Coordinate the gathering, review and finalization of board materials with the CPO, Legal and other stakeholders, as needed Ensure board materials are complete, accurate, and distributed in accordance with established processes and timelines Maintain strict confidentiality when handling board and executive-level information Effective performance of the essential functions of this position requires regular in-person, on-site interaction with colleagues, both for purposes of relationship building and meaningful collaboration. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Significant administrative or executive assistant experience, with demonstrated experience supporting senior executives, in a professional office environment Exceptional organizational, planning, and time management, with the ability to manage multiple priorities Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with ability to interact effectively with employees, executive leadership, Board members and external partners High level of discretion and professionalism with confidential information Strong client service orientation and problem-solving skills Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint) with the ability to quickly learn new systems and technology EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience 10+ years of administrative experience in a corporate or professional setting PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Commuting to the office, on average, three days a week. Extensive use of a computer keyboard is a demand of the position to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable someone with a disability to perform the essential functions of this position. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Currently hybrid (two days working from home, three days working in a standard office environment, Tue-Thurs.). Church Pension Group employees must maintain a professional, compassionate, and trustworthy work environment always. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable someone with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job within this environment. Salary Range: $81,000 - $103,000 Join us and Create A Better Future For Yourself! Flexible Benefits available to eligible employees: Medical (including Vision) Dental Core Benefits automatically provided to eligible employees: Employer funded defined benefit pension plan (five year vesting) Employee Life Insurance Spouse and Dependent Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Short-Term Disability (STD) coverage Long-Term Disability (LTD) coverage (elected as either pre-tax or after-tax) Business Travel Accident Insurance Worker's Compensation Employee Assistance Program Retiree health insurance (eligible after 10 years) Retiree life insurance Elective Benefits available to eligible employees: 401(k) with matching contributions (immediate vesting) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Commuter Benefits New York's 529 College Savings Program (NY State residents) Educational Assistance Program available to eligible employees Parental Leave available to eligible employees Time Off available to eligible employees: Vacation, Sick, Personal and Holidays You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. Please understand that, as a general policy, CPG does not sponsor visas. CPG is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair hiring practices and do not discriminate against job applicants or employees based on any protected characteristics. We also celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.