Executive Assistant

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. Own and prioritize the CEO’s calendar and time, protect focus time, anticipate conflicts, and plan several weeks ahead .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail while managing the CEO's calendar, travel, and administrative logistics. Proficient in proactive problem-solving and effective communication with stakeholders to maximize CEO effectiveness.

Highest-signal resume keywords

5+ Years Supporting CEOStartup Environment ExperienceProactive Problem-SolvingExceptional Organization SkillsClear Professional Communication

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Soft Skills

Attention to DetailJudgment and DiscretionCollaboration with LeadershipAnticipation of NeedsResponsive Communication

Industry Keywords

High-Growth StartupSeries B StageExecutive CoordinationMeeting PreparationAdministrative Logistics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and prioritize the CEO’s calendar and time, protect focus time, anticipate conflicts, and plan several weeks ahead
Ensure the CEO has the context, materials, agendas, and follow-ups needed for meetings and important commitments
Manage CEO travel, scheduling, expenses, reservations, and other administrative logistics end to end
Coordinate executives, board members, investors, candidates, customers, and other key stakeholders
Track deadlines, follow-ups, and action items so CEO commitments are completed
Support high-priority projects, meetings, company events, and CEO priorities with the Chief of Staff, Head of Operations, Workplace Operations, and other leadership
Maximize CEO effectiveness by creating proactive structure and preparation

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience supporting a CEO or founder in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment, ideally at Series B stage
Understanding of startup velocity and ability to move quickly and confidently when information is incomplete
Ability to anticipate needs, see around corners, and solve problems proactively
Exceptional organization and attention to detail
Clear, brief, professional, and responsive communication across internal and external stakeholders
Exceptional judgment and discretion with confidential information and founder privacy
Ability to independently handle matters, determine what to escalate, and navigate competing priorities
Ability to collaborate productively with leadership without friction
Strong instincts for how the CEO should present across communications, meetings, travel, events, thank-you notes, and other touchpoints

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity Options
Healthcare (medical, dental, and vision)
Additional Coverage
Company laptop
One-time, onboarding Technology Stipend
401(k) with company match
Flexible time-off
Hybrid working
Competitive salary