Senior Executive Assistant & Board Liaison

Abgenix; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Company equity

Paid time off & holidays

ESPP

Onsite gym

Parental leave

Lifestyle account

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Codexis in Redwood City seeks a Senior Executive Assistant to partner with the CEO and select leadership, coordinating calendars, communications, and logistics. You will support Board activities, distribute materials, and help maintain governance processes with minimal supervision.

The role emphasizes anticipating needs, building relationships, and delivering discreet, high-quality support across the organization. Onsite work with a comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressively responsible Executive Assistant experience supporting the Office of the CEO.
• Experience supporting Board activities, including meeting coordination and governance processes.
• Ability to manage multiple complex priorities with attention to detail and follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive executive support to the CEO and select ELT members, managing calendars, priorities, communications, and logistics.
• Coordinate Board meetings and committee activities, including materials prep and governance processes.
• Anticipate business needs, propose solutions, and drive timely resolution of issues.
• Support planning, meeting prep, follow-up actions, and execution of key priorities with executives.
• Coordinate meetings, offsites, and companywide events where support is needed.
• Develop and manage confidential presentations, reports, and correspondence.

Skills

Executive Assistant

Board coordination

Calendar management

Discretion & judgment

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Codexis in Redwood City seeks a Senior Executive Assistant to partner with the CEO and select leadership, coordinating calendars, communications, and logistics. You will support Board activities, distribute materials, and help maintain governance processes with minimal supervision.

The role emphasizes anticipating needs, building relationships, and delivering discreet, high-quality support across the organization. Onsite work with a comprehensive benefits package is offered.