Executive Operations Lead: Board Prep & Strategy

Paystand

Santa Cruz (CA)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 125,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Salary $95k–$125k

PTO & Sick Leave

401(k) with company match

Health, dental & vision insurance

Free snacks & paid lunches

Stock options

Tools & equipment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Paystand, a fintech leader in DeFi-inspired digital finance, seeks an Executive Operations Lead to support the CEO and align priorities across initiatives. You will handle board materials, executive communications, scheduling, and cross-functional coordination in a fast-moving founder-led environment.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in executive support or operations, exceptional written communication, and comfort with AI tools to boost efficiency.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in executive support, executive operations, program/project management, or high-trust coordination roles.
Experience supporting senior leadership in a fast-paced or founder-led environment.
Strong written communication skills and experience preparing executive-level materials.
High discretion and emotional intelligence.
Ability to manage multiple evolving work streams simultaneously.
Comfort using AI-enabled tools to improve productivity and execution efficiency.

Responsibilities

Support preparation and coordination of board materials, including metrics and narrative drafts.
Coordinate logistics and ensure board communications are organized and prepared in advance.
Assist in preparing executive-level updates and presentation flow for professionalism and clarity.
Manage executive scheduling and prioritization in line with evolving priorities.
Coordinate travel, engagements, and key meetings with attention to timing and context.
Support follow-up and communication flow with internal and external stakeholders.