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Senior Executive Assistant

Palo Alto, California, United StatesFull-time2026-10-01 → 2026-10-22

Core

Partner with a C-level executive in a fast-moving, high-growth startup environment to manage logistics, communications, and strategic priorities.

Role type

Senior Executive Assistant (C-Level)

Builds

Executive operational efficiency and seamless coordination for leadership, board, and investor activities

Domain

Technology startup (Quantum Computing)

Required skills

Calendar management, travel logistics, stakeholder liaison, confidentiality, process improvement, action item tracking, special project support

Preferred skills

Startup environment experience, C-level support background, ambiguity management, mentorship of administrative staff

Technologies

Microsoft Office, Slack, Zoom

Responsibilities

Manage complex and ever-changing calendars across multiple time zones; coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements and expense reporting; serve as a trusted liaison between the executive, board members, investors, and external partners; prioritize and manage incoming communications with timely follow-up; support leadership offsites, investor meetings, and company events; track action items and key deliverables to drive accountability; assist with special projects and operational initiatives; collaborate with the Chief of Staff and administrative team to improve processes and systems; mentor other administrative support professionals.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC