Strategic Executive Assistant to CEO at High-Growth Startup

BURKE + CO.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

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Benefits

Job summary

BURKE + CO. is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to a Founder & CEO at a venture-backed health tech AI startup.

The ideal candidate will manage a complex calendar, own inbox, and act as a strategic partner, coordinating with investors, board members, customers, and executives. This role requires exceptional scheduling, strong written communication, emotional intelligence, and a proactive, independent work style.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting CEOs/Founders.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience at a tech startup highly preferred.
• Expert-level calendar management and scheduling capabilities.
• Ability to respond to urgent action items outside normal hours.
• Strong written communication and emotional intelligence.
• Ownership mindset and independent work style.
• Experience interacting with investors, board members and executives.
• Event planning experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex, high-volume calendar with shifting priorities.
• Own inbox management, including drafting communications for the CEO.
• Coordinate meetings with investors, board, customers and executives.
• Prepare for board and leadership meetings to keep the CEO organized.
• Serve as gatekeeper and thought partner to maximize CEO time.
• Build relationships with executive stakeholders and their teams.
• Conduct research and provide background ahead of meetings.
• Plan and execute customer, leadership, and company events from concept to completion.
• Support occasional office and operational initiatives as needed.

Skills

Executive Assistant

Calendar management

Stakeholder communication

Event planning

Startup experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

BURKE + CO. is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to a Founder & CEO at a venture-backed health tech AI startup.

The ideal candidate will manage a complex calendar, own inbox, and act as a strategic partner, coordinating with investors, board members, customers, and executives. This role requires exceptional scheduling, strong written communication, emotional intelligence, and a proactive, independent work style.