What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Business Partner position at Motive?
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly strategic and proactive Executive Business Partner to serve as a trusted advisor and operational leader for our Sales Executives. This role extends beyond traditional administrative support, offering high-level business partnerships to drive efficiency, strategic initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate will have exceptional problem-solving abilities, strong business acumen, and the ability to operate with autonomy in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
What You'll Do:
Strategic & Operational Support
- Act as a thought partner and strategic advisor to Sales Executives, providing insights, recommendations, and proactive solutions.
- Support the execution of key business initiatives, tracking progress and driving alignment across teams.
- Manage executive priorities by filtering and triaging requests, identifying key action items, and ensuring timely follow-through.
- Prepare business reports, presentations, and sales analyses using PowerPoint, Excel, and CRM tools to support decision-making.
- Lead special projects that enhance operational efficiency and executive effectiveness.
Executive Support & Cross-Functional Coordination
- Serve as the primary liaison between executives, clients, internal teams, and external stakeholders to facilitate seamless communication.
- Oversee calendar management, travel arrangements, and expense reporting with a focus on optimizing time and priorities.
- Handle confidential and high-stakes information with discretion and professionalism.
- Partner with sales leadership and key business units to align goals and execute initiatives effectively.
Event Planning & Execution
- Lead the planning and execution of high-impact internal and external sales events, client meetings, and offsites.
- Coordinate event logistics, including venue selection, vendor management, catering, and audiovisual needs.
- Develop event strategies, manage budgets, and track KPIs to measure success and continuous improvement.
- Ensure flawless execution of events, managing last-minute adjustments with agility and problem-solving skills.
What We're Looking For:
Experience:
- 5 years of experience as an Executive Business Partner, Chief of Staff, or Senior Executive Assistant, preferably in a sales-driven or high-growth corporate environment.
- Proven ability to work alongside senior leadership with a high degree of autonomy and strategic influence.
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Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, or a related field preferred.
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Skills & Competencies:
- Strong organizational and executive prioritization abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Google Suite, CRM software (e.g., Salesforce), and collaboration tools (e.g., Slack, Coupa, Navan).
- Event planning and project management expertise.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
- High level of discretion and ability to handle sensitive business information.
- Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced, dynamic business environment.
Travel:
- Ability to travel a few times a year for executive meetings, sales events, and offsites.
