The Executive Assistant supports the CEO with day-to-day administrative and logistical execution. This role owns the CEO's calendar, inbox, travel, and meeting prep, and handles ad hoc requests quickly and independently. The ideal candidate is highly organized, tech-savvy, and comfortable managing ambiguity without needing detailed direction.
Primary Responsibilities:
Calendar & Communication
Manage the CEO's calendar, including scheduling, rescheduling, and resolving conflicts.
Monitor and triage the CEO's inbox, flagging priority items and drafting outreach to clients in the CEO’s voice as appropriate.
Manage scheduling tools (SavvyCal, Outlook) and keep them running smoothly.
Track time zones and coordinate meeting logistics across internal and external parties.
Meeting Support
Prepare agendas, materials, and briefing notes ahead of meetings.
Take notes during meetings when requested and distribute follow-up action items.
Track outstanding action items through to completion.
Travel & Logistics
Book and manage all executive travel, including flights, hotels, and itineraries.
Handle changes and disruptions in real time.
Coordinate personal logistics and errands for the CEO as needed.
Ad Hoc & Administrative Support
Execute ad hoc requests independently, using judgment to fill in gaps when instructions are incomplete and ask clarifying questions as appropriate.
Support the sales team with scheduling and data entry as appropriate
Process expense reports and reimbursements.
Maintain organized digital files and records.
Proofread documents, presentations, and correspondence for accuracy.
Handle confidential information with discretion.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional emotional intelligence with a high level of professional discretion
Strong data management, reporting, and analytical skills
Skilled in vendor communication
Proactive problem-solver with the ability to anticipate needs
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
Adaptable and effective in a fast-paced, changing environment
Trusted relationship builder across internal and external stakeholders
Thrives in a dynamic, high-trust environment
Proven ability to manage executive priorities and coordinate across multiple departments
Quick to learn and master new systems, tools, and software
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum of three (3) years of experience supporting a C-suite executive, preferably a CEO or Managing Director
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, with particular emphasis on Excel
Experience using Salesforce or other CRM platforms (preferred)
Experience using Asana or other project management tools (preferred)
Demonstrated experience vendor management
Competencies:
Accountability
Adaptability
Client Orientation
Communication
Emotional Intelligence
Grit
Expected salary range is $80,000 to $95,000.
Numbers & Facts
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$80,000–$95,000 Per Year
Skills
Administrative Skillsunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)unmatched
Data Entryunmatched
Data Managementunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Executive Assistant Skills unmatched
Expense Reportsunmatched
File Maintenanceunmatched
Logisticsunmatched
Meeting Minutesunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Microsoft Outlookunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Plan Meetingsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Project Management Softwareunmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Sales Supportunmatched
Salesforce.comunmatched
Schedule Developmentunmatched
Time Trackingunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Managementunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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