Executive Assistant to CEO at AI Fintech Startup

High-growth fintech AI startup, fresh off their Series A is looking for an Executive Assistant to support their CEO. Backed by well-known VCs and prominent tech leaders, this is an exciting opportunity to join a cutting-edge company at a pivotal growth stage while working alongside visionary leaders who are reshaping an entire industry. This team is currently 15 with plans to grow to 65 by EOY. In this role, you'll manage high-stakes communications, complex calendars, and critical projects while serving as a key liaison to cross-functionally project manage and keep the CEO informed. You'll also drive operational excellence by implementing new systems and overseeing office operations. Someone who is incredibly organized, tech-forward, and brings a startup, do-whatever-it-takes mentality to provide holistic support. Must be flexible with hours and responsive, ready to anticipate and address needs in a fast-paced environment. This is an in-office role based in their new office in Flatiron. 170-210K DOE equity, benefits, and flexible PTO.

Responsibilities

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  Act as the CEO's strategic right hand, managing high-stakes communications and serving as a key liaison between leadership and internal/external stakeholder
• s.Handle complex calendar management for a dynamic schedule, including strategic prioritization of meetings, travel coordination, and proactive schedule optimizatio
• n.Drive critical project management initiatives across teams, ensuring timely execution and keeping leadership informed of key developments and milestone
• s.Manage and triage a high-volume inbox, drafting communications and ensuring timely responses to priority matter
• s.Spearhead the implementation of new systems and processes to enhance operational efficiency, leveraging tools and automatio
• n.Oversee office operations, including vendor and building relationship

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Qualificatio

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  5 years of Executive Assistant experience with a proven track record supporting C-level executives in a high-growth startup environm
• ent.Outstanding organizational and prioritization skills with exceptional attention to det
• ail.Superior communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface effectively with all levels of stakehold
• ers/Strategic thinking with strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive mind
• set.Shows exceptional judgment and decision-making abilities under press
• ure.Ability to maintain complete discretion with confidential informat
• ion.Available for flexible hours with 24/7 responsiveness as nee
• ded.Demonstrates intellectual curiosity and ability to learn new concepts quic
• kly.Advanced proficiency with modern tech stack (Slack, GSuite, Notion) and enthusiasm for implementing AI-powered to