Executive Assistant to CEO/Co-Founder - AI Startup - Santa Clara (Onsite)

BURKE+CO.

www.burketalent.com

THE GIST:

 Our client, a rapidly growing AI-powered developer platform, is seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to support its Co-Founder & CEO. This is a high-impact, highly visible role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, anticipates needs before they arise, and loves bringing order to complexity. You'll serve as a true strategic partner to the CEO while helping drive company-wide initiatives, executive operations, and key moments across the organization. 

If you're energized by ambitious founders, high standards, and building alongside an exceptional team, this one is for you!

THE NITTY GRITTY:

• Own an exceptionally complex calendar, ensuring the CEO's time aligns with the company's highest priorities.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, meetings, and logistics with precision.
• Partner closely with the CEO and executive leadership team to advance strategic initiatives.
• Track action items, follow through on commitments, and ensure priorities stay on course.
• Plan and execute company-wide meetings, leadership offsites, and executive events.
• Prepare materials, agendas, and briefing documents for internal and external meetings.
• Anticipate challenges and proactively implement solutions.
• Build strong relationships across the organization to improve communication and execution.
• Handle highly confidential information with exceptional discretion and judgment.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve executive operations and organizational efficiency.

THE ESSENTIALS:

• 7+ years of Executive Assistant experience supporting C-level executives or founders in high-growth tech companies and/or startups
• AI fluency and passion for learning new technologies and improving workflows with AI tools.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Highly proactive with outstanding anticipation and follow-through.
• Incredible attention to detail
• Strong project management skills and ability to drive initiatives across multiple stakeholders.
• Comfortable operating independently with minimal direction.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Naturally resourceful, adaptable, and calm under pressure.
• Bachelor's degree preferred

THE CHERRY ON TOP:

• Partner directly with an accomplished founder and play a meaningful role in scaling the business.
• Join a mission-driven company at the forefront of AI and developer technology!

LOCATION: Santa Clara, CA (Onsite)

COMPENSATION: $135k to 200k base salary + bonus + equity + benefits (exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, and expertise)

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*Compensation is aligned with experience, level, and role scope. Most offers fall within the mid-range, with the top of the band generally reserved for candidates with extensive, directly relevant backgrounds. Leveling is determined during the interview process