POSITION: Executive Assistant to the CEO
LOCATION: Austin, TX (Hybrid in office)
HOURS: 9:00AM-6:00PM with flexibility as needed
COMPENSATION: $100-140K range on base plus bonus and benefits
BACHELOR'S DEGREE: Preferred
Our client is the CEO of a fast-growing technology startup. They are seeking a highly sophisticated, proactive, and resourceful EA to serve as an Executive Assistant - this is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment and can operate with exceptional attention to detail. The ideal candidate can bring structure to a rapidly evolving organization!
Responsibilities of the Executive Assistant:
- Own and optimize the CEO’s complex calendar, proactively prioritizing meetings, protecting focus time, and identifying scheduling conflicts before they arise.
- Coordinate extensive domestic and international travel, including complex itineraries, accommodations, ground transportation, visas, and last‑minute changes.
- Act as a gatekeeper and thoughtful liaison between the CEO and internal teams, investors, board members, customers, partners, and other key stakeholders.
- Manage the CEO’s meeting cadence and ensure critical follow-ups, decisions, and action items are tracked through completion.
- Assist with special projects and strategic initiatives on behalf of the CEO, often involving cross-functional stakeholders and tight deadlines.
- Anticipate needs, solve problems independently, and operate with a high degree of ownership without requiring step‑by‑step direction.
Requirements of the Executive Assistant:
- Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required.
- 7+ years of experience supporting C‑suite executives, founders, CEOs, or senior leaders in a high‑growth, technology, venture‑backed, or similarly fast‑paced environment.
- Experience with private aviation logistics is a plus, but not required.
- Proven experience supporting a highly demanding executive with a complex calendar and constantly shifting priorities.
- Exceptional organizational skills and an ability to manage multiple priorities without losing sight of the details.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to operate with discretion and handle highly confidential business and personal information.
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- Typical pay
- $44,860–$71,112
For context, most administrative assistants earn between $44,860–$71,112 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.
This position is listed as full time and hybrid.