Executive Assistant
$150,000–$200,000 year
On-siteSan Francisco, California, United States
Job Summary
Own complex calendar management across two cofounders, balancing evolving professional and personal priorities. Coordinate travel, expenses, appointments, errands, and day-to-day logistics with exceptional attention to detail. Manage executive inboxes, draft and triage communications, and ensure important follow-ups never slip through the cracks. Organize founder dinners, company events, and other high-impact moments with end-to-end ownership. Anticipate needs before they arise, creating leverage for the founders by proactively solving problems and removing operational friction. Improve how the founders operate by streamlining workflows, automating repetitive tasks, and leveraging AI tools where appropriate. Assist with other operational endeavors as they arise in a high-growth startup environment. Work in person five days a week with flexibility beyond traditional office hours when needed.
Required Qualifications
- 3–7 years of experience supporting senior leaders or operating in high-performance environments, ideally in consulting, legal, VC/PE, technology, or similar fields
- Exceptional organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and a reputation for flawless execution
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the judgment to represent the founders professionally
- High ownership and reliability; you take initiative, move quickly, follow through, and can be trusted with sensitive information
- Strong professional judgment and polish when interacting with executives, customers, investors, and partners
- Comfortable switching between strategic priorities and highly tactical work; no task is beneath you
- Comfortable using AI tools such as ChatGPT or Claude to improve speed and efficiency
- Excited to work in person five days a week with flexibility beyond traditional office hours when needed
Desired Qualifications
- Previous experience supporting founders or C-level executives at a startup
- Experience planning events, offsites, or executive travel
- Interest in AI, startups, and emerging technology
- Experience building systems and processes that improve operational efficiency
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