Executive Assistant

Zynga•Austin, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Zynga is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant based in Austin, Texas, to partner closely with its Chief Technology and Data Officer (CTDO) and support the broader leadership team in a fast-moving, global Central Technology organization. The role combines executive support, sound judgment, stakeholder management, and operational ownership. The Executive Assistant will become closely familiar with the CTDO’s priorities, anticipate needs, make informed decisions, and help maintain the organization’s global operating rhythm. The role also involves using AI tools daily to improve productivity and establish effective practices for the team.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience supporting C-level executives; experience in a fast-paced technology environment is ideal.
Advanced, hands-on fluency with AI assistants and workflow tools, with concrete examples of using them to improve efficiency.
Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure while navigating ambiguity, last-minute changes, and shifting priorities.
Clear, polished written and verbal communication; warmth and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to push back politely and escalate when needed.
Strong judgment and a proven commitment to confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
A productive, self-starting approach, willingness to tackle tasks of any size, and ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting executives in a fast-paced technology environment.

Responsibilities

Manage a dense, dynamic executive calendar spanning work and personal commitments across global time zones.
Coordinate with partner executive assistants on preparation sessions, timing, and attendee changes, and brief the executive on priorities.
Keep leadership meeting rhythms on track, including weekly agendas, planning cycles, and key deadlines.
Plan and book complex, multi-leg domestic and international travel, including flights, lodging, ground transportation, and itinerary details.
Manage and submit expense reports promptly and accurately.
Lead planning and execution of team events, offsites, and summits from start to finish.
Use AI tools to draft and summarize meetings and threads, triage inboxes and Slack, prepare briefs, and conduct research.
Build and refine repeatable AI workflows, prompts, and automations that save time for the executive and team.
Evaluate new AI tools and share effective practices with other executive assistants, applying strict judgment regarding data sensitivity, accuracy, and confidentiality.
Act as a culture champion, drive engagement, and build a positive presence in the Austin office.
Build relationships with the broader executive assistant network and use those partnerships to navigate the organization and get work done.
Handle highly confidential, business-critical information with discretion and diplomacy.
Send concise updates with clear options, track open items, and follow through until they are closed.