Executive Assistant to CEO — Strategic Partner

Recursion; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,460 - 164,780; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dog-friendly office

Annual bonus

Equity compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Recursion is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the CEO, coordinating complex calendars, travel, and communications with discretion. This role interfaces with the CEO and leadership across the company, supporting cross-functional priorities and external stakeholders.

You will help ensure strategic alignment, timely execution, and efficient operations across U.S., UK, and Canada, with occasional travel and a dog-friendly, collaborative office culture.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting C-suite executives.
• Passion for science, innovation, and improving human health.
• Ability to think ahead and propose thoughtful solutions.
• Honed organizational and written/verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing needs and manage distractions.
• Comfort working across time zones and international travel.
• Discretion with confidential information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Slack.

Responsibilities

• Manage the CEO’s complex calendar, travel, and communications with discretion and foresight.
• Anticipate scheduling conflicts and track key deliverables; adjust plans accordingly.
• Serve as the primary contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Plan and coordinate internal and external meetings with high-caliber materials and logistics.
• Arrange detailed domestic and international travel itineraries.
• Partner with internal teams to coordinate board meetings, offsites, investor events, and company gatherings.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure timely information sharing between CEO, leadership, and external partners.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Stakeholder communication

Discretion

Time zone coordination

Organizational skills

MS Office

Google Workspace

Slack

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Slack

Job description

Recursion is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the CEO, coordinating complex calendars, travel, and communications with discretion. This role interfaces with the CEO and leadership across the company, supporting cross-functional priorities and external stakeholders.

You will help ensure strategic alignment, timely execution, and efficient operations across U.S., UK, and Canada, with occasional travel and a dog-friendly, collaborative office culture.