Senior Office Manager, Executive Assistant, and Junior Affordable Real Estate Developer

Job Description

Position Title:

Senior Office Manager, Executive Assistant, and Junior Affordable Real Estate Developer

Company: Cornerstone Bridge Development

Location: Stamford, CT

About Us:

Cornerstone Bridge Development is a mission-driven commercial real estate development company focused on creating attainably priced condominium developments in well-located areas with robust infrastructure. Our properties are designed to serve essential workers, such as teachers and nurses, earning approximately 80-100% of the area median income.

Our mission is to foster generational wealth and community development through collaborative ownership. We achieve this through partnerships with governments, financial institutions, builders, architects, policymakers, and nonprofits. Our impactful work is grounded in top-tier talent, expert advisors, and strategic locations, with a growing footprint expanding beyond the NYC area.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and dynamic professional to join our growing team as the Senior Office Manager, Personal Assistant to the CEO, and Junior Real Estate Developer. This unique, multi-faceted role is essential for setting up and managing day-to-day operations in our startup office while supporting the CEO’s strategic initiatives and contributing to project development efforts.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a mission-driven environment, balancing executive support, operational management, and exposure to impactful real estate projects that contribute to long-term community growth. We are currently working on real estate developments that are 100% affordable in multiple markets, we are associated with top firms, and work with willing municipalities in a collaborative and proactive way. This job is intense and massively rewarding!

Key Responsibilities

Office Management:

• Lead the establishment and organization of our new office, including vendor selection, equipment procurement, and workspace setup.
• Oversee daily operations, including facilities management, IT coordination, and ensuring a professional and efficient office environment.
• Develop and implement office policies, procedures, and systems to enhance organizational efficiency.
• Coordinate logistics for in-person and virtual meetings, events, and team-building activities.

Executive Support:

• Manage the CEO’s calendar, schedule meetings, and handle communications with professionalism and discretion.
• Prepare meeting materials, presentations, and reports while ensuring timely follow-up on action items.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, expense reports, and other executive administrative tasks.

Startup Operations:

• Support the establishment of internal workflows and processes to drive operational efficiency.
• Assist with onboarding new team members, managing office orientation, and ensuring smooth integration.
• Collaborate with legal, HR, and finance teams to maintain compliance and streamline administrative tasks.
• Research and create reports on development opportunities at county and state levels.

Project Coordination:

• Track and manage special projects assigned by the CEO, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met.
• Provide cross-departmental administrative support for strategic initiatives and company priorities.

General Administrative Duties:

• Handle inquiries, prioritize requests, and respond on behalf of the CEO when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate records, files, and documentation to support organizational needs.
• Perform additional administrative tasks to support leadership and the broader team.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in a corporate environment, including 2 years in administrative or office management roles.
• Proven experience setting up and managing operations in a startup or fast-growing organization.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a high level of professionalism.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello) is a plus.
• Proactive problem-solving abilities and a strong ability to work independently.
• Experience working with executive leadership and managing sensitive information with discretion.
• A positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and a passion for contributing to a mission-driven organization.
• Familiarity with AI tools and a desire to develop this skillset further.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Equity participation is negotiable after 3 years of demonstrated value creation.
• Additional benefits to be discussed during the hiring process.

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by submitting the following:

1. A cover letter detailing your interest in the role and relevant experience-explain why you are driven to work in the commercial real estate world of workforce housing development.
2. A resume outlining your qualifications.
3. A portfolio or examples of relevant project work, if applicable.

Compensation and Standard Benefits

1. Base Salary: salary considering the dual-role responsibilities.
2. Performance Bonuses: Potential for bonuses tied to project milestones, company profitability, or individual contributions.

Health and Wellness

1. Health Insurance: Coverage for medical, dental, and vision.
2. Paid Time Off (PTO): Includes vacation days, sick leave, and personal days.

Professional Development

1. Training and Certifications: Paid access to real estate certifications, workshops, and courses ( Excel modeling, or licensing, real estate development courses).
2. Mentorship Opportunities: Direct mentorship from senior developers or founders.
3. Conference Attendance: Budget to attend industry conferences and networking events.

Career Growth Opportunities

Cross-Functional Experience: Exposure to multiple areas of the business, including finance, marketing, operations, and design.

Workplace Flexibility

1. Remote or Hybrid Work: Flexibility in working from home or on-site, depending on the nature of tasks, but mostly in-office work 80% or more of the time. At times work will require travel to job sites, meeting locations with banks, governments, non-profits, local groups, architects, design engineers, builders, and others needed in the giant collaboration that is the housing world.

Startup-Specific Perks

1. Access to Decision-Making: Close involvement in strategic planning and decision-making due to the flat hierarchy.
2. Hands-On Experience: Opportunities to work on diverse projects, from land acquisition to marketing campaigns.
3. Networking Opportunities: Building a broad network through close contact with clients, contractors, and investors.

Other Perks

1. Travel Reimbursement: Coverage for travel expenses if site visits or client meetings are required.
2. Technology Stipend: Provision for a laptop, software, or smartphone.

Long-Term Benefits

1. Retirement Savings: Contributions to a 401(k) or equivalent after initial three-month period.
2. Long term possibility for profit sharing.

English, AI, social media, political & business "languages" are all part of this job..... You'll be working at the forefront of attainable housing, it's a fast-paced exciting position that will require all of your communication skills in a variety of settings. You'll be emailing, video-meeting, meeting in person, interviewing, collaboration with a with range of people.