Executive Assistant to CEO - Early Stage Tech Startup

BURKE + CO.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Benefits

Bonus

Job summary

A leading tech startup in San Francisco is looking for an Executive Assistant to support their CEO. The role involves managing the CEO's calendar, coordinating travel, and providing exceptional administrative support. Ideal candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in a similar role within a startup or venture capital setting. Compensation includes a base salary of $140k - $185k, plus bonus and equity. This is a unique opportunity to join an exciting company as it scales.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant.
• Experience in supporting senior executives at startups or VC firms.
• Superb organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize CEO's time and manage calendar effectively.
• Coordinate travel and prepare itineraries.
• Prepare presentations and note action items during meetings.

Skills

Expert calendar management

Email communication

Organizational skills

Event planning

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Our client, an early stage tech startup, seeks a nimble Executive Assistant to support their CEO. This role will act as boots on the ground for the CEO & their SF office, while also providing expert-level administrative & operational support. The ideal candidate has experience supporting leadership at a hypergrowth & fast moving startup, tech company, or venture capital firm.

This is an amazing opportunity to join a cutting-edge & mission driven company in a senior role!

THE NITTY GRITTY:

• Expertly prioritize CEO's time, oversee calendar management, organize meetings, and address scheduling conflicts
• Act as an extension of the CEO & company with professionalism & polish
• Coordinate travel and prepare itineraries
• Keep the office running smoothly & efficiently while championing company culture
• Provide backup administrative support to other members of the executive team
• Manage email inbox and respond to internal & external communications with a sense of urgency & professionalism
• Attend meetings and calls to note important action items and send corresponding follow-ups
• Prepare presentations and meeting materials
• Plan company events, offsites, and meetings
• Track and process expenses
• Assist with various tasks and projects, as needed

THE ESSENTIALS:

• 10+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant
• Experience supporting a senior executive at a startup, high-growth tech company, and/or a VC firm required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Self-starter with the ability to thrive in a high-growth environment
• Adaptable nature and ability to shift priorities as needed
• Strategic & process-oriented mindset
• Responsive nature and ability to work outside normal business hours as needed
• Clear & concise communication style
• Superb organizational skills

THE CHERRY ON TOP:

• Opportunity to join an exciting startup as they scale to the next level!
• Work alongside a bright & innovative executive

COMPENSATION:

$140k -185k base salary + bonus + equity + benefits (exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, and expertise)

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