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Team Leader, Assistant Services

McKinsey & Company
parental leave, paid time off
United States, New Jersey, Newark
Sep 17, 2025
Global Administration Team Leader, Assistant Services Job ID: 101611 You will work in our Newark office, leading a growing team of executive assistants and stakeholders, providing support to Partners and Senior Partners. Do you want to work on complex and pressing challenges-the kind that bring together curious, ambitious, and determined leaders who strive to become better every day? If this sounds like you, you've come to the right place. Your Impact As a Team Leader, you will oversee a team of 12-15 Executive Assistants. This role involves working closely with the Administrative Manager leadership team on the development and implementation of strategic initiatives. You will lead, coach, and motivate team members to enhance their effectiveness and overall job satisfaction. You will also assess development needs, arrange for individualized and/or group-based training as well as develop and deliver training in conjunction with professional development plans. You will conduct timely and thorough performance evaluations by gathering, summarizing, and delivering feedback (on an ongoing basis, as well as formally during annual reviews). The role also involves creating and maintaining an energizing, high-performing work environment reflecting McKinsey values and a collaborative team-based culture. Additional responsibilities include assisting with location and regional recruiting efforts to maintain appropriate staffing levels. You will also contribute to assignment and staffing decisions. Your Growth You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact. In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we'll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help you quickly broaden your expertise, grow into a well-rounded professional, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference. When you join us, you will have: Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey. A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You'll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes. Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm's diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Exceptional benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well-being for you and your family. Your qualifications and skills Bachelor's Degree or equivalent 4-year college degree strongly preferred 1+ years of supervisory experience (or equivalent), preferably in a professional environment Strong leadership skills: the ability to coach and motivate Willingness and ability to make independent decisions Strong integrity, maturity, and fairness in dealing with people and confidential information Outstanding administrative and organizational skills Excellent customer-service attitude and ability to build and cultivate strong client relationships Exceptional interpersonal, communication (oral and written), and conflict resolution skills; strong influencing capabilities Flexibility to frequently work outside standard work hours Please review the additional requirements regarding essential job functions of McKinsey colleagues. Apply Now Apply Later FOR U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Certain US jurisdictions require McKinsey & Company to include a reasonable estimate of the salary for this role. For new joiners for this role in the United States, including all office locations where the job may be performed, a reasonable estimated range is $90,400 - $113,000 USD -to help you understand what you can expect. This reflects our best estimate of the lowest to highest [salary/hourly wages] for this role at the time of this posting, ensuring you have a clear picture right from the start, though it's important to remember that actual salaries may vary. Factors like your office location, your unique blend of experience and skills, start date and our current organizational needs all play a part in determining the final figure. Certain roles are also eligible for bonuses, subject to McKinsey's discretion and based on factors such as individual and/or organizational performance. Additionally, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to the wellness of our colleagues and their families. This includes medical, mental health, dental and vision coverage, telemedicine services, life, accident and disability insurance, parental leave and family planning benefits, caregiving resources, a generous retirement contributions program, financial guidance, and paid time off. FOR NON-U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. For additional details regarding our global EEO policy and diversity initiatives, please visit our McKinsey Careers and Diversity & Inclusion sites. Job Skill Group - CSSA Job Skill Code - SCTL - EA/TA Team Leader (SSC) Function - Firm Administration Industry - Post to LinkedIn - Yes Posted to LinkedIn Date - Mon Sep 15 00:00:00 GMT 2025 LinkedIn Posting City - New Jersey LinkedIn Posting State/Province - New Jersey LinkedIn Posting Country - United States LinkedIn Job Title - Team Leader, Assistant Services LinkedIn Function - Administrative;Customer Service LinkedIn Industry - Events Services;Human Resources;Management Consulting LinkedIn Seniority Level - Associate