Executive Assistant

Executive AssistantWe are looking for an Executive Assistant to provide support for the Office of the CEO. This person will report into the Chief of Staff, Office of the CEO and provide a wide range of administrative support tasks and work both independently and within a team environment.This individual will bring strong organization skills and a proactive attitude. They will need to manage ambiguity and multiple priorities. The utmost confidentiality is imperative, as well as a solution-oriented mindset.23andMe Research Institute is a nonprofit medical research organization that enables people everywhere to access their genetic information, learn about themselves, and participate in the world's largest crowdsourced research initiative.

The Institute aims to be the world's most significant contributor to scientific advancement, uniting people with the common goal of improving health and deepening our understanding of DNA — the code of life.What You'll DoManage the CEO's calendar and email as the primary functions of the role.Operate systems to keep information flowing for the Office of the CEO.Own Office of the CEO administrative tasks.Assist the Office of the CEO and Chief of Staff with special projects.Handle highly confidential and sensitive information.Continuously strive to deliver excellence service and improve on processes and systems.Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.Perform administrative tasks as needed and other related duties as assigned.Work as a team to allow the CEO to execute and operate with excellency.What You'll BringMinimum 10-15 years of relevant work experience supporting a C-level executiveStrong attention to detail and organizational skills, while maintaining a sense of urgencyAbility to problem solve, including to analyze and identify key issues and informationStrong follow-up skills, including perseverance and creativity to work within an unconventional environmentExcellent verbal and written communication skillsBe able to work independently with little direction and possess a strong sense of ownership of role and responsibilitiesWillingness to participate in all levels of administrative support duties; whatever it takes to get the job done with a positive attitudeDemonstrated dependability; ability and willingness to continuously acquire new competencies and accept new challengesKnowledge of health industry strongly preferredFull time, with flexibility to work after hours and on weekends as necessarySome travel may be required over time23andMe, headquartered in California, is a leading consumer genetics and research company. The company's mission is to help people access, understand, and benefit from the human genome. 23andMe has pioneered direct access to genetic information as the only company with multiple FDA authorizations for genetic health risk reports. The company has created the world's largest crowdsourced platform for genetic research, with 80 percent of its customers electing to participate.

23andMe research participants consent to research conducted by 23andMe which is overseen by an independent third-party Institutional Review Board (IRB) regulated under the 'Common Rule' (45 CFR part 46).At 23andMe, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at 23andMe will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.Pay Transparency 23andMe takes a market-based approach to pay, and amounts will vary depending on your geographic location. The salary range reflected here is for a candidate based in the San Francisco, Bay Area Area.

The successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.