Executive Assistant & Office Manager

About Lincoln Avenue Communities

Welcome to Lincoln Avenue Communities (LAC)—a leading, mission-driven real estate private equity firm dedicated to strengthening communities through the development and preservation of affordable housing.

As a vertically integrated developer, investor, and long-term operator, we deliver sustainable, high-quality homes to lower- and moderate-income individuals, seniors, and families across 29 states. Our growing portfolio—more than 160 properties and 25,000+ homes—reflects our commitment to long-term impact, operational excellence, and resident well-being.

LAC is proud to be recognized as an industry leader, recently ranked No. 1 on Affordable Housing Finance’s 2025 AHF 50 list of top developers. Our approach combines strategic investment, thoughtful design, and community partnerships to deliver housing solutions that foster stability, opportunity, and resilience.

About This Role

We are looking for a highly organized, proactive Executive Assistant & Office Manager to join our brand-new Minneapolis office. You will provide direct support to two (2) senior leaders on our Development team while also overseeing the day-to-day operations of the office to ensure a productive, welcoming, and efficient environment.

This is a small office that we are planning to build out over time, making it ideal for someone who thrives in an intimate setting but also wants to be part of a high-growth, fast-paced and entrepreneurial organization. The ideal candidate brings a service-oriented mindset, enjoys wearing multiple hats, and is eager to take ownership of both strategic and administrative responsibilities.

As our Minneapolis office continues to expand, this role will be instrumental in shaping a strong, professional culture and fostering a collaborative workplace community. This is an exciting opportunity for an administrative professional seeking a stable, long-term home where they can collaborate with an entrepreneurial team.

This position reports to a Vice President & Project Partner and is based in Minneapolis with an on-site schedule of Monday through Thursday.

What You'll Do

Executive Support

• Provide dedicated administrative support to Minneapolis-based senior leaders, including calendar and inbox management.
• Schedule and coordinate internal/external meetings and prepare relevant materials.
• Arrange travel and draft itineraries.
• Help track tasks and follow-ups using project management tools.
• Draft and file reports, take meeting minutes, and ensure timely execution of deliverables.
• Prepare and submit accurate and timely expense reports.

Office Management

• Oversee daily office operations, ensuring a productive and professional environment.
• Greet visitors, manage office deliveries, and coordinate food/drink orders for meetings and team events.
• Maintain office inventory and manage vendor relationships, including building management.
• Handle facility issues and coordinate repairs and maintenance with property management.
• Ensure the office reflects LAC’s values and culture in terms of hospitality, organization, and operational excellence.

Cross-Functional Support

• Collaborate with various departments to support both local and national initiatives as well as other Executive Assistants in our Santa Monica, New York City and Denver offices.
• Coordinate and support internal events and team off-sites.
• Conduct ad hoc research and support special projects, demonstrating strong initiative and problem-solving.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• Strong organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• A high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• A proactive, can-do attitude and the ability to work independently and within a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• A desire to create a welcoming and efficient workspace for all Minneapolis team members and visitors.

Your Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as either an Executive Assistant and/or Office Manager.
• Must have experience working in a corporate setting, ideally within the finance industry.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

What We Offer

The expected base salary for the role is up to $90,000. This represents the current range and is subject to change. To determine starting pay we carefully consider a variety of factors, including primary work location and an evaluation of a candidate’s skills, experience, market demands, and internal parity. Our comprehensive total rewards package offers more than just a salary. Benefits include:

• Performance-based bonuses
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401(k) plan with employer matching and immediate vesting
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous PTO, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Employee referral incentives
• Fun company and team-building events
• Continuous learning and development opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity

LAC is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. At LAC, we conform to the spirit and the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.