Senior Executive Assistant to the CIO
Full Time
Senior Level
5+ years
Posted 3 weeks ago
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This role will provide comprehensive, high-level administrative support to the CIO, acting as a key partner in their success and requiring a proactive, detail-oriented professional. The Senior Executive Assistant will manage complex calendars, global travel, and orchestrate high-stakes events.
Responsibilities
- Orchestrate high-stakes engagements from executive offsites to global All-Hands meetings by defining agendas, managing complex logistics, and driving post-event accountability
- Serve as a critical link within the C-suite, partnering closely with other Senior EAs to synchronize global calendars and navigate shifting day-to-day priorities
- Proactively exchange intelligence with the executive support team to ensure a seamless, unified experience across the entire leadership landscape
- Apply rigorous program and project management methodologies to drive initiatives across key business units, including Sales, Go-To-Market (GTM) Strategy, and Operations
- Identify emerging challenges and last-minute shifts and help with implementing preemptive solutions to ensure uninterrupted momentum for the leadership team
- Masterfully manage the CIO’s high-velocity calendar, exercising expert judgment to prioritize engagements and resolve conflicts across multiple global time zones
- Design and execute sophisticated domestic and international travel portfolios, including intricate itineraries, visa logistics, and proactive expense reconciliation
- Act as a trusted gatekeeper and representative of the CIO, maintaining absolute confidentiality and a commanding professional presence in all interactions
- Anticipate the needs of the leadership team before they arise, ensuring the CIO is prepared for every session with the necessary context and materials
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting a C-level executive in a fast-paced, global organization
- Demonstrated expertise in managing complex calendars, global travel, and event planning using Google Suite (G Suite)
- Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the utmost discretion and integrity
- Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to address multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Ability to travel
Qualifications
- A minimum of 5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting a C-level executive in a fast-paced, global organization
Nice to Have
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field
- Experience working within a high-growth technology or cybersecurity company
- Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective and take initiative when working independently
Skills
Google Suite
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Benefits
Restricted stock units
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