Executive Assistant To Ceo/Founder

BURKE+CO.

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THE GIST:

Our client, AI startup based in Palo Alto, seeks a top-tier Executive Assistant/Chief of Staff to support their high-profile CEO/established tech founder. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, that has experience supporting a prominent C-level executive, specifically for a start up or high-growth tech company.

This is a meaty role that offers the opportunity to work alongside a successful tech founder with a proven track record!

THE NITTY GRITTY:

• Plan & execute company events & board meetings
• Manage cross-functional projects and company initiatives
• Strategically advise CEO on personal branding
• Assist with other administrative functions and ad hoc projects, as needed
• Develop keen sense on how to best optimize CEO’s time & determine priorities
• Manage and actively collaborate with CEO’s EA/PA located in South America
• Handle incoming & outgoing communications with confidentiality and urgency
• Arrange domestic & international travel and prepare itineraries
• Spearhead a wide range of internal and external communications
• Regularly interact with high-profile executives & important stakeholders on behalf of the CEO with discretion & professionalism
• Expertly coordinate CEO’s calendar, addressing any conflicting appointments and sending reminders
• Create presentations & decks, prepare deliverables, and distribute meeting materials

THE ESSENTIALS:

• Ability to act as a excellent extension & representation of the CEO
• Proficient in GSuite
• 8+ years of C-level support experience, ideally to a CEO and/or founder
• Experience working cohesively within all levels of an organization and with external stakeholders
• Clear and professional communication style, both verbal & written
• Must have experience working for a start up or high-growth tech company
• Keen attention to detail
• Available to work outside traditional business hours, as needed
• Ability to shift, adapt, and pivot when confronted with new challenges and opportunities

THE CHERRY ON TOP:

• Opportunity to act as an advisor & strategic partner to an established tech founder!

LOCATION: Palo Alto, CA - Onsite (3-5 days per week)

COMPENSATION: $150-200k base salary + benefits + bonus (exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, and expertise)

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