Executive Assistant to the CEO

Conair LLC•Stamford, CT

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Executive Assistant (EA) to the CEO of Conair provides high-level, confidential administrative and strategic support to the Chief Executive Officer of a dynamic organization. This role requires an agile, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-demand environment and demonstrates exceptional judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to anticipate needs before they arise. The ideal candidate is a trusted partner to the CEO—capable of managing complex schedules, prioritizing competing demands, and serving as a key liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.

Requirements

Proactive, resourceful, and highly organized
Calm under pressure with a “no task too small” mindset
Curious and business-minded, with an interest in understanding the organization holistically
Agility & Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with shifting priorities
Attention to Detail: Demonstrates exceptional accuracy and follow-through in all work
Executive Presence: Communicates confidently and professionally with senior leaders and external stakeholders
Discretion & Integrity: Handles confidential information with the highest level of trust
Problem-Solving Mindset: Proactively identifies issues and proposes solutions before escalation
Time Management & Prioritization: Balances competing demands with efficiency and calm
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience preferred
7+ years of experience supporting a senior executive (CEO or C-suite strongly preferred)
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort with executive productivity tools
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting leadership in a privately held, fast-growing, or entrepreneurial organization strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for the CEO, managing all administrative and logistical needs with discretion and professionalism
Manage a complex and ever-changing calendar, prioritizing meetings, travel, and commitments to optimize the CEO’s time
Coordinate domestic and international travel, including detailed itineraries, meeting materials, and contingency planning
Prepare, review, and edit correspondence, reports, presentations, and briefing materials with meticulous accuracy
Anticipate the CEO’s needs by staying informed of business priorities, upcoming meetings, and organizational initiatives
Assist with planning and execution of board meetings, executive meetings, and key company events
Track action items, deadlines, and deliverables; proactively follow up to ensure completion
Support special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned, often across departments
Act as a professional, polished liaison between the CEO and executives, employees, board members, investors, and external partners
Exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive and confidential information
Screen calls, emails, and requests, responding or escalating as appropriate