Executive Assistant
About The Position
We are looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to the CEO to serve as a trusted partner to the CEO and a critical enabler of Senior Leadership Team effectiveness. This role acts as an extension of the CEO—managing priorities, optimizing decision flow, and ensuring seamless executive and governance operations. The Executive Assistant operates with the highest level of discretion, judgment, and professionalism in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of the organization, supporting enterprise leadership and contributing directly to business effectiveness. The role requires navigating ambiguity, shifting priorities, and complex stakeholder relationships. In doing so, you will gain deep exposure to executive decision-making, governance practices, and strategic initiatives, positioning you as a valued partner to senior leaders.
Requirements
- 7+ years supporting senior executives, ideally a CEO or C-suite
- Experience working with senior leadership teams
- Supported board or governance-related activities
- Worked in complex, fast-growing or matrixed organizations
- Advanced in Microsoft Office and executive collaboration tools
- Exercise sound judgment and discretion at all times
- Remain calm, professional, and solutions-focused under pressure
- Proactive, resourceful, and highly accountable
- Communicate with confidence, tact, and executive presence
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting Boards of Directors
- Exposure to regulated, food, manufacturing, or consumer goods environments
- Project coordination support experience
Responsibilities
- Enable CEO effectiveness through strategic calendar, priority, and information management
- Serve as a trusted liaison between the CEO, SLT, Board, and key stakeholders
- Orchestrate SLT meetings, including agendas, materials, follow-ups, and decision tracking
- Prepare and coordinate executive-level communications, briefings, and presentations
- Support Board meetings and governance processes with discretion and accuracy
- Anticipate issues, remove obstacles, and ensure leaders are prepared and informed
Benefits
- Flexibility to work beyond standard hours when required by executive schedules
- Availability during critical business or governance cycles
- Absolute commitment to confidentiality and ethical conduct
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
