Senior Executive Assistant to CEO

Synergy Interactive; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the CEO in a high-growth environment. The ideal candidate will be proactive, highly organized, and able to navigate the demands of last-minute requests, including travel arrangements and meeting attendance. This position offers an opportunity to significantly impact the organization while working closely with a visionary leader.

Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting a high-level executive.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organization.
• Proven ability to perform in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive support with up to 10% personal tasks.
• Attend C-suite meetings, take notes, and translate into actionable items.
• Anticipate needs and support executive-level discussions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Follow-through

Discretion

Professionalism

Ability to perform under pressure

Job description

Executive Assistant – High-Growth Tech Environment

This role provides direct support to the CEO of a fast-paced technology company.

We are seeking someone who thrives in a demanding, high-intensity environment with minimal work-life balance. The Executive Assistant must be highly responsive and available around the clock—including nights and weekends—for last-minute investor calls, travel bookings, and urgent requests.

The ideal candidate is an experienced Executive Assistant or Project Manager with a background in tech startups or product-driven technology companies.

While the role is structured around a traditional 5-day workweek, availability on weekends may occasionally be required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Approximately 90% executive support, with up to 10% personal assistant tasks as needed.
• Attend C-suite meetings, take comprehensive notes, and immediately translate them into clear, actionable items for the CEO and broader team. Real-time follow-through is critical.
• Anticipate needs and demonstrate a strong understanding of the tech landscape to effectively support executive-level discussions and decisions.
• Arrive before the CEO each day (typically by 8:00 AM) and stay until 6:00–7:00 PM or later, depending on the CEO’s schedule.
• Be open to urgent travel requests once rapport and trust are established.
• Own a car for commuting and handling ad-hoc errands.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience supporting a single high-level executive (not multiple executives simultaneously).
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
• High level of discretion and professionalism.
• Proven ability to perform under pressure in a dynamic, ever-changing environment.
• If you're looking for a role where you can make a significant impact supporting a visionary leader in tech, and you're willing to go above and beyond, this could be the right fit.