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Executive Assistant

Zurich💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-17 → 2026-09-26

Core

Strategic Executive Assistant serving as a trusted right-hand partner to founders in a defense technology company, managing high-level coordination, communications, and logistics for C-Suite operations.

Role type

Senior Executive Assistant (C-Suite)

Builds

Operational efficiency and strategic support for founder-led defense technology initiatives

Domain

Defense technology / National security

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Strategic calendar management, high-stakes communication, complex travel logistics, briefing material preparation, stakeholder coordination, discretion, bilingual communication (Swiss German/English), advanced productivity tools

Preferred skills

Experience in private equity or private office environments, operating in international high-pressure settings, anticipating needs proactively

Technologies

Modern productivity tools, AI tools

Responsibilities

Manage complex international calendar with proactive prioritization; Act as professional gatekeeper and communication filter; Prepare briefing materials for engagements; Coordinate interactions with government officials, investors, and strategic partners; Manage complex international travel planning and logistics; Track actions and ensure follow-through on key initiatives

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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