Executive Assistant to the CEO (Bilingual: Mandarin & English)

TP-Link Systems Inc. • Irvine, CA

21d • $80,000 - $100,000

About The Position

We are seeking a highly capable Executive Assistant to the CEO who will provide high-level administrative, communication, presentation and Mandarin-English communication support. This is a critical role that combines traditional executive assistant responsibilities with specialized bilingual support to facilitate seamless cross-cultural communication and global business alignment. You will act as a trusted partner in managing executive messaging, preparing presentation materials, and enabling effective engagements across time zones and business functions.

Requirements

• Proven experience supporting a senior executive or CEO in a fast-paced, high-growth organization.
• Native English speaker with a deep understanding of U.S. culture and US executive communication standards; fluent in Mandarin (spoken).
• Strong PowerPoint skills with the ability to create clean, visually impactful, and strategically aligned executive presentations.
• Superior writing skills with a focus on business clarity, tone, and storytelling.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Communications, Translation/Interpretation, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Excellent organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities discreetly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365
• High level of integrity and confidentiality with a demonstrated track record of handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct administrative support to the CEO, including calendar coordination, meeting preparation, task follow-up, and communication management.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations and executive messaging aligned with company strategy and the CEO’s voice for board meetings and internal communications.
• Produce clear, concise, and professional written communications in English, ensuring accuracy, executive-appropriate tone, and alignment with the CEO’s messaging style.
• Draft, review, and edit business communications including emails, memos, reports, and executive summaries in English and Mandarin.
• Help streamline CEO workflow by anticipating needs, managing priorities, and ensuring timely follow-up on key deliverables.
• Assist with Mandarin–English communication when needed, ensuring clear and culturally appropriate understanding.
• Support occasional interpretation upon request, maintaining accuracy and alignment with the CEO’s intent.
• Brief the CEO on US business etiquette, negotiation styles, and cultural nuances to avoid miscommunication and maximize impact.
• Develop and maintain glossaries of commonly used terminology across business, legal, technical, and financial domains to ensure consistency in language and messaging.
• Support meeting logistics, gather pre-read materials, prepare briefing notes, and capture action items.
• Manage sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality, controlling access and secure storage in accordance with company policy.

Benefits

• Salary range: $80K - $100K annually + Bonus (depending on experience)
• Free snacks and drinks, and provided lunch on Fridays
• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial coverage for dependents)
• Contributions to 401k funds
• Over four weeks of PTO per year
• Bi-annual pay increases
• Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership.
• Quarterly team-building events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees