EA to Founder

Skills
ArrangingBriefingBusinessConflictContinuous ImprovementEasily AdaptableLogistics Management
Role

What the job involves

The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.

Requirements

  • 5+ years as an Executive Assistant or similar role ideally in a fast-paced startup or supporting senior executives
  • Experience in project management or process improvement is a plus
  • Experience managing or coordinating others preferred
  • Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
  • Clear concise written and verbal communication
  • High level of autonomy and flexibility in a dynamic fast-changing environment
  • High EQ discretion and sound judgement when handling sensitive information
  • Proactive and self-motivated
  • Strong sense of ownership and drive to deliver results
  • Values communication collaboration and continuous improvement
  • Resourceful and thrives under pressure
  • High integrity and professionalism

Nice to have

  • Proactive
  • Resourceful
  • Discreet
  • High EQ
  • Detail oriented
  • Collaborative
  • Self motivated
  • Flexible

Day to day

  • Manage the CEO's complex schedule with sharp prioritisation and proactive conflict resolution
  • Support rolling projects by gathering information preparing materials and driving timely decisions
  • Prepare crisp briefing documents organise meetings and ensure clear follow-through on actions
  • Oversee travel logistics and provide trusted communication support across internal and external stakeholders
  • Spot workflow improvements and implement them to reduce administrative load and improve execution