Executive Assistant to CEO — High-Impact, Security-Cleared Role

Paylocity; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ascendancy Group (TAG) is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the CEO with high‑visibility administrative and operational duties. You will manage calendars, travel, briefings, records, and correspondence while coordinating with executive leadership, government and industry partners, and customers.

This role requires discretion, strong organizational skills, and the ability to anticipate needs in a government‑contracting environment. Onsite work and occasional travel are expected?

Qualifications

• Executive-level support experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated discretion with sensitive information and projects.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive executive support to the CEO and serve as a trusted partner.
• Manage complex calendar, meetings, travel, and briefing materials.
• Coordinate internal/external meetings, agendas, minutes, and action tracking.
• Draft, proofread, and format polished correspondence and presentations.
• Handle confidential information and liaise with senior leaders and partners.
• Arrange domestic and international travel and reconcile expenses.
• Support headquarters operations and special projects as needed.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Discretion

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft 365/Office suite

Job description

The Ascendancy Group (TAG) is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the CEO with high‑visibility administrative and operational duties. You will manage calendars, travel, briefings, records, and correspondence while coordinating with executive leadership, government and industry partners, and customers.

This role requires discretion, strong organizational skills, and the ability to anticipate needs in a government‑contracting environment. Onsite work and occasional travel are expected?