Kate Spade Executive Assistant

Location
Employment Full-time
Seniority Mid-Level
Posted Mar 6, 2026
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Join Kate Spade in New York as an Executive Assistant, supporting VP-level executives in a dynamic, creative environment.

Overview

Kate Spade New York, a vibrant and optimistic lifestyle brand, is renowned for its colorful and bold designs. As part of the Tapestry portfolio, Kate Spade offers a distinctive point of view and celebrates communities of women globally. Tapestry, Inc. is a global house of brands committed to innovation and inclusivity, providing a dynamic environment for career growth and creativity.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative support to the VP, Global Customer Experience and Merchandising Product Strategy and the VP, Global Visual Experience.
  • Manage calendars of multiple executives to ensure successful meetings with team and cross-functional partners.
  • Develop and maintain excellent relationships with internal administration staff, cross-functional teams, external partners, and vendors.
  • Manage logistics for in-person or virtual meetings, including organizing agendas, booking meeting rooms, and preparing materials.
  • Provide technical support, including submitting IT requests and remote troubleshooting.
  • Manage Microsoft Teams channels, including creation, editing, and administration.
  • Oversee travel expense budget and approve or disapprove travel according to company policy.
  • Prepare Travel & Expense reports and reconcile corporate card expenses.
  • Manage the Buying Hub process for the department, including supplier creation and purchase order processing.
  • Interface with various departments on behalf of executives to resolve issues and inquiries.
  • Support team culture through organizing celebrations and milestone moments.
  • Assist in creating correspondences, presentations, agendas, and reports.
  • Provide oversight or support for ad hoc projects.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in a fashion or administrative field.
  • Strong experience with Outlook Calendar.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Mac knowledge preferred.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously. Collaborative team player with initiative and leadership ability. Superior judgment, professionalism, and confidentiality. Ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced environment. Detail-oriented with strong customer service skills.

Experience

5+ years of experience required, preferably in the fashion or administrative field.

Education

A combination of education and experience will be considered.

Workplace

This position is based in New York, New York, USA. Cerulean lists 498 open roles in New York, including 19 posted recently. The broader New York area accounts for 610 active listings on Cerulean, 21 of which are new. In USA as a whole, Cerulean currently features 2.262 open positions, with 71 posted this week.

Compensation

Base pay range from $85,000 to $95,000 annually.

Benefits

Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401(K), Paid Paternity and Maternity leave, Commuter Benefits, Disability insurance, and Tuition assistance.

Culture

Kate Spade fosters a vibrant and inclusive culture that celebrates creativity and individuality. As part of Tapestry, the brand is committed to innovation and inclusivity, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.