Executive Partner to the CRO
This role functions as a true extension of executive judgment. It requires enterprise-level thinking, board and investor interface readiness, and the ability to drive cross-functional follow-through on behalf of the most senior leaders in the organization. The Executive Partner is not defined by seniority - it is earned by scope.
ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS / DUTIES
- Architect and manage the executive's full operating rhythm - applying strategic judgment to balance competing priorities and manage inbound with precision
- Serve as primary point of contact for board members, investors, and senior external stakeholders on behalf of the executive
- Coordinate full board and committee materials - managing timelines, confidentiality, and distribution with the highest standards
- Navigate enterprise power structures and advise on stakeholder approach; manage sensitive organizational dynamics
- Manage complex domestic and international travel with end-to-end ownership
- Drive cross-functional follow-through on executive priorities - proactively surfacing risks and translating insight into action
- Represent the executive's perspective and values across the organization; model leadership standards within the admin community
- Champion adoption of new tools and AI capabilities across the admin community; serve as a resource for best practices
- Manage the highest-level confidential information across board, legal, financial, and organizational matters
- Lead or support special projects and strategic initiatives at executive direction
- Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures
- Perform other duties as assigned
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Full mastery of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Board management and document coordination platforms
- Advanced travel and expense management (Concur or equivalent)
- Virtual meeting and collaboration platforms (Zoom, Teams, Webex)
- Advanced project tracking and workflow tools
- Champions AI tool adoption across the admin community; elevates tool fluency across peers
SOFT / LEADERSHIP SKILLS
- Executive leverage - acts as a true extension of executive judgment
- Strategic thinking - understands enterprise priorities; surfaces risks proactively
- Enterprise stakeholder navigation - advises on approach; manages sensitive dynamics
- Board and investor readiness - highest-level confidentiality and external interface
- Leadership influence - models leadership standards; represents executive perspective and values organization-wide
- Org intelligence - understands power structures, interpersonal dynamics, and cross-functional interdependencies
- Exceptional written and verbal communication
- Composure, discretion, and sound judgment under pressure
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, or related field preferred
- Minimum 7-10 years of progressive experience in executive support, with at least 3-5 years supporting C-Suite or President-level leaders
- Demonstrated experience interfacing with boards, investors, or external governance bodies
- Experience in a large, complex, matrixed enterprise environment
- Bilingual capability (English + global language) strongly preferred
- Track record of operating with the highest levels of confidentiality and independent judgment
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS
- None required; certifications in executive administration, project management, or business communication preferred
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Individual contributor; no direct reports - but expected to model and influence standards across the admin community