Senior Executive Assistant - Legal

DoorDash; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 112,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to top executives. This dynamic role involves managing complex calendars, facilitating communication, and planning large-scale events. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join a forward-thinking team that values efficiency and collaboration while making a significant impact in a rapidly growing technology company. This opportunity offers a unique chance to work closely with visionary leaders and contribute to the success of a leading logistics and technology firm.

Qualifications

• 8+ years as an Executive Assistant supporting senior-level executives.
• Proactive and strategic, able to anticipate needs before they arise.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex calendars and coordinate across time zones.
• Serve as a key liaison between executives and stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Discretion

Project Management

Problem Solving

Job description

Our Administrative Team partners with leaders across all functions here at DoorDash. We pride ourselves on driving efficiency, organization, and impact. As strategic partners, we anticipate needs, manage complex logistics, and create an environment where our leaders can focus on what they do best. We embrace a “bias for action” and are committed to making the impossible possible.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to our Vice President, Deputy General Counsel, Litigation and our VP, Deputy General Counsel, Commercial & Corporate. This role is pivotal in managing executive priorities, optimizing workflow, and ensuring seamless communication across teams. This is a remote role, based in the USA, with occasional travel for organizational events and offsites. You will report to the Executive Business Partner to the Chief Corporate Affairs Officer and General Counsel.

You’re excited about this opportunity because you will…

• Manage complex calendars with efficiency, ensuring seamless coordination across time zones.
• Serve as a key liaison between executives and internal/external stakeholders.
• Plan and execute large-scale events, team offsites, and strategic initiatives.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Own special projects that enhance team operations and executive effectiveness.
• Be the driving force behind executive operations and team efficiency.
• Play a critical role in fostering team culture, collaboration, and cohesion.
• Get to own high-impact projects that streamline processes and enhance productivity.
• Work alongside visionary leaders at one of the fastest-growing technology companies.

We’re excited about you because…

• You have 8+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting multiple senior-level executives (VP+ level).
• You are proactive, strategic, and solutions-oriented, able to anticipate needs before they arise.
• You thrive under pressure and can make swift, informed decisions.
• You possess exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• You have strong written and verbal communication skills and can effectively interface with senior leadership.
• You handle sensitive information with discretion, professionalism, and integrity.
• You are adaptable and excel in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.
• You are highly autonomous but also thrive in a collaborative team setting.

Compensation

The successful candidate's starting pay will fall within the pay range listed below and is determined based on job-related factors including, but not limited to, skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. Base salary is localized according to an employee’s work location. Ranges are market-dependent and may be modified in the future.

The base pay for this position ranges from our lowest geographical market up to our highest geographical market within the United States.

$112,200 - $165,000 USD

About DoorDash

At DoorDash, our mission to empower local economies shapes how our team members move quickly, learn, and reiterate in order to make impactful decisions that display empathy for our range of users—from Dashers to merchant partners to consumers. We are a technology and logistics company that started with door-to-door delivery, and we are looking for team members who can help us go from a company that is known for delivering food to a company that people turn to for any and all goods.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That’s why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel.

Statement of Non-Discrimination: In keeping with our beliefs and goals, no employee or applicant will face discrimination or harassment based on: race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, or veteran status.