Executive Assistant to Founders — Remote & Growth Path

Hirewithatlas LLC; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Hirewithatlas LLC is a GTM recruitment firm supporting VC-backed tech startups. We are growing rapidly and seek a proactive Executive Assistant/Chief of Staff to work directly with the Founder.

You will manage the founder's calendar, streamline operations, and drive efficiency using AI tools, while coordinating CRM/ATS and communications. You will join an early-stage team with remote work, flexible hours, and a clear growth path into a Chief of Staff or recruiting leadership role.

Qualifications

• Excellent written English and clear communication.
• Ability to move at the pace of the Founder amid ambiguity and change.
• Strong organisational skills and follow-through.
• Proactive and curious about AI tools and automation.
• Experience supporting C-suite or founder-level executives is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own the founder's calendar and manage meeting coordination.
• Support day-to-day operations and streamline processes.
• Triage inboxes and surface urgent items for action.
• Act as the founder's right-hand, pre-empting needs and solving problems.
• Maintain CRM/ATS updates and client follow-ups.
• Draft LinkedIn content in the founder's voice and manage posting.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Written English

AI tools

Bold problem-solving

Tools

CRM/ATS

LinkedIn

Slack

Email management

Job description

Hirewithatlas LLC is a GTM recruitment firm supporting VC-backed tech startups. We are growing rapidly and seek a proactive Executive Assistant/Chief of Staff to work directly with the Founder.

You will manage the founder's calendar, streamline operations, and drive efficiency using AI tools, while coordinating CRM/ATS and communications. You will join an early-stage team with remote work, flexible hours, and a clear growth path into a Chief of Staff or recruiting leadership role.