EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO EVP (HYBRID-CHARLOTTE, NC)

Compass Group•Charlotte, NC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are Compass Digital—the digital and technology arm of Compass Group North America. We build and scale digital products and technologies to exceed the expectations of our guests and clients. Backed by research, we create remarkable user experiences with increased choice and convenience. We offer end-to-end solutions, simultaneously boosting sales and guest satisfaction. Compass Digital was developed from within Compass Group, focusing on driving transformation and innovation in the hospitality spaces across Business & Industry, Education, and Healthcare. We power digital in the hospitality experience, ensuring that each touchpoint is optimized for guest satisfaction while leveraging data to achieve additional outcomes. We are fully integrated into Compass Group, proudly serving its’ various clients through scalable, cutting-edge technologies and solutions. Job Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced, strategic Executive Assistant in our Charlotte, NC office to support the Executive Vice President, Chief Digital Officer and the Executive Vice President, Enterprise Technology Strategy & Enablement at Compass Group North America. This role operates in close alignment with the CTO and engages regularly with senior leadership across the organization. The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted business partner, thought collaborator, and operational extension of executives—anticipating needs, navigating complexity, and ensuring seamless execution across priorities. This is a high-touch, high-impact role requiring exceptional judgment, discretion, and the ability to operate with agility in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.

Requirements

5+ years of experience supporting senior executives at the officer level (SVP, EVP, C-suite, or equivalent)
Proven ability to operate as a business partner, as well as an administrative support function
Experience supporting multiple senior leaders simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Proven ability to protect executive time and improve team effectiveness
Strong business acumen and ability to understand strategic priorities
Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs and proactively address challenges
High degree of professionalism, emotional intelligence, and executive presence
Ability to pivot quickly and manage ambiguity with confidence
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, Copilot) and collaboration tools
5+ years of relevant experience supporting senior leaders required

Nice To Haves

Experience working within or alongside technology or digital organizations preferred
Continuous learning mindset, including adoption of new technologies and ways of working, is highly valued

Responsibilities

Manage priorities across two executives, ensuring alignment and focus on high-impact work
Anticipate needs and identify potential challenges before they surface, offering solutions and driving resolution
Act as a trusted advisor and thought partner to both executives, providing perspective, judgment, and proactive problem-solving
Serve as a sounding board for ideas, communications, and strategic initiatives
Own complex calendar management across multiple stakeholders, ensuring effective use of executive time
Manage expense reports, onboarding logistics for new team members, visitor and/or candidate coordination and other day-to-day logistics to support leaders
Coordinate and manage domestic and international travel, including detailed itineraries
Plan and execute leadership meetings, offsites, and key events end-to-end
Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and follow-ups for executive engagements
Track and drive action items, ensuring accountability and timely completion
Leverage tools, automation, and AI to optimize executive workflows, improve efficiency, and enhance overall effectiveness of executive support
Partner closely with leadership teams to drive alignment, communication, and execution of key initiatives
Act as a liaison across departments, building strong relationships and facilitating collaboration
Help manage team rhythms (staff meetings, communications, updates, etc.)
Represent executives with professionalism and diplomacy across stakeholders
Engage regularly with the larger Executive Assistant group supporting the CTO and broader C-suite, ensuring alignment, consistency, and strong partnership across leadership support teams
Serve as an ambassador for the executives, building strong relationships and fostering trust across senior stakeholders and business partners
Navigate complex organizational dynamics with professionalism, discretion, and confidence
Handle sensitive information with the highest level of discretion and integrity
Exercise sound judgment in decision-making and prioritization on behalf of the executives