Executive Assistant

About the role

We are seeking a proactive Executive Assistant to serve as the right hand to our CEO at a fast‑growing, YC‑backed marketplace startup. This high‑trust position offers direct executive exposure and a clear pathway to evolve into a Chief of Staff or Business Operations role as the company scales.

Key responsibilities

• Own the CEO’s calendar, inbox, travel arrangements, and expense management end‑to‑end.
• Build and define the EA function from scratch as the first (and only) EA at the company.
• Anticipate needs, spot gaps before they become problems, and proactively support the executive team.
• Develop trust and rapport with the CEO and broader leadership to enable smooth executive operations.
• Operate cross‑functionally across the organization, gaining exposure to startup growth and scaling processes.

Required profile

• 2+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant or in a high‑ownership operations role, preferably at a seed‑to‑Series B venture‑backed startup.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills; the CEO notices everything.
• Direct, fast communicator who thrives in ambiguity and can match a busy startup’s pace.
• Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year university.
• Based in or willing to relocate to New York City and work onsite 5 days a week in Flatiron.

Required skills