Executive Assistant to CEO: Strategic Ops & Global Travel

alliantgroup; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

PTO

Life insurance

Onsite gym

Parking

Job summary

alliantgroup is seeking an Executive Assistant to the CEO in Houston to serve as a trusted partner to the chief executive, supporting across strategy, client relationships, technology and AI, and growth initiatives.

You will act as an extension of the CEO, managing priorities, protecting time, and coordinating with senior leadership to ensure commitments move from conversation to execution. The role requires discretion, organization, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 7+ years of executive support experience, preferably supporting a CEO, Chairman, President, or other C-suite executive.
• Experience supporting senior executives in consulting, professional services, technology, or other high-growth, fast-paced organisations preferred.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage numerous priorities.

Responsibilities

• Own and prioritize a high-volume executive calendar aligned with revenue goals, board obligations, and strategic initiatives.
• Serve as the primary gatekeeper, controlling access and protecting executive focus.
• Lead logistics for ThinkTank events (approx. 100-150 attendees), including travel, scheduling, and execution.
• Coordinate complex domestic and international travel, including visa processing.
• Support Board operations and participation tracking.
• Prepare executive materials that inform leadership decisions.
• Design workflow and SOPs to improve operational efficiency.
• Maintain strict confidentiality across executive matters.
• Coordinate and execute business and personal errands for the CEO as needed.
• Coordinate and manage daily lunch and dinner orders for the executive floor.

Skills

Executive support

Discretion

Organization

Communication

Time management

Proactive thinking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

AI tools

Job description

alliantgroup is seeking an Executive Assistant to the CEO in Houston to serve as a trusted partner to the chief executive, supporting across strategy, client relationships, technology and AI, and growth initiatives.

You will act as an extension of the CEO, managing priorities, protecting time, and coordinating with senior leadership to ensure commitments move from conversation to execution. The role requires discretion, organization, and excellent communication.