NYC-Based Strategic EA to CEO | Defense Tech

Tagup; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Option Plan

Health insurance

401K plan

Team outings

Job summary

Tagup is a defense technology company based in New York City. We are seeking an Executive Assistant to partner with our leadership team and ensure executive operations run seamlessly.

This role is more than support; you’ll be a trusted partner and force multiplier, managing priorities, communications, and key workflows so executives can focus on strategy and execution. The ideal candidate combines organizational excellence with discretion and thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant, including 3+ years supporting a CEO/founder or top C-suite at a high-bar organization (startup, hedge fund, big tech, or top-tier firm).
• Evidence of operational judgment under pressure: you’ve navigated mission-critical situations without drama.
• Exceptional writing skills (concise, executive-ready) and a meticulous attention to detail (zero typos, zero misses).
• Strong organizational skills with a talent for process improvement and efficiency; comfort with automation tools is a plus.
• Technically proficient in managing complex compliance processes through advanced utilization of platforms like Google Workspace and Slack.
• Based in New York City, with the ability to work onsite regularly to support the executive team in our midtown office.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted partner and gatekeeper for the executive team, ensuring priorities and workflows are managed effectively.
• Draft, triage, and manage executive communications, ensuring clarity and timeliness across internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare briefing materials and support compliance, reporting, and board/investor deliverables.
• Assist withcompliance activities, helping ensure documentation, reporting, and review cycles are completed accurately and on time.
• Oversee travel logistics, off-sites, and event coordination.
• Build strong relationships across the company, facilitating smooth communication between executives and teams.
• Implement systems and light automation to streamline workflows and reduce repetitive tasks.
• Handle highly confidential information with sound judgment and flawless discretion.
• Contribute to special projects requiring organizational excellence, problem-solving, and attention to detail.

Skills

Executive support

Operational judgment

Writing skills

Organizational skills

Automation tools

Google Workspace

Slack

New York City

Tools

Google Workspace

Slack

Job description

Tagup is a defense technology company based in New York City. We are seeking an Executive Assistant to partner with our leadership team and ensure executive operations run seamlessly.

This role is more than support; you’ll be a trusted partner and force multiplier, managing priorities, communications, and key workflows so executives can focus on strategy and execution. The ideal candidate combines organizational excellence with discretion and thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.