Executive Assistant to a High-Velocity CEO

Impact Genome; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare including dental and vision

Unlimited PTO & vacation

401(k) plan

Job summary

Impact Genome, a fast-growing SaaS company in Chicago, is seeking an Executive Assistant to support our founder. This in-person role works closely with the CEO to keep communications clear, calendars tight, and operations running smoothly.

You will draft executive correspondence, arrange travel, and implement scalable workflows using AI. If you thrive in a high-velocity startup and value meticulous attention to detail, this is your chance to help shape how social impact is measured.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience supporting a high-velocity CEO.
• Advanced Microsoft 365 skills and daily fluency with AI tools.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communications with senior leaders.
• Startup or high-growth experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage CEO inbox and calendar, prioritizing high-impact items.
• Draft communications to federal officials, executives, and partners.
• Coordinate travel, events, and logistics end-to-end.
• Build scalable workflows and templates using AI.

Skills

Executive support

Systems thinking

AI proficiency

Attention to detail

Writing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft 365

AI tools

Claude

Job description

Impact Genome, a fast-growing SaaS company in Chicago, is seeking an Executive Assistant to support our founder. This in-person role works closely with the CEO to keep communications clear, calendars tight, and operations running smoothly.

You will draft executive correspondence, arrange travel, and implement scalable workflows using AI. If you thrive in a high-velocity startup and value meticulous attention to detail, this is your chance to help shape how social impact is measured.