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Executive Assistant

This role manages complex calendars, communications, and logistics for senior leaders at AI infrastructure and generative AI companies, ensuring executives operate at peak effectiveness in fast-paced, scaling environments. Unlike general administrative roles, Executive Assistants in AI firms navigate the unique demands of technical leadership—coordinating with engineering, product, and infrastructure teams while supporting high-stakes initiatives like board meetings, investor relations, and global GTM operations. These professionals typically report to a leadership support manager or work within a structured executive support function, partnering closely with C-suite and VP-level leaders to anticipate priorities, execute flawlessly, and drive operational excellence across distributed, multi-timezone organizations building the next generation of AI cloud infrastructure.

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Executive AssistantSenior Executive AssistantAdministrative Business Partner
Open Jobs50
Companies Hiring34
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Skills

What companies are looking for in this role.

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Managing complex executive calendars across multiple time zones and stakeholders

98%

Tracking action items, deliverables, and follow-ups to ensure timely completion

96%

Coordinating domestic and international travel arrangements including itineraries, accommodations, and logistics

96%

Handling confidential information with discretion and maintaining professional standards

96%

Operating effectively in fast-paced, high-priority environments with shifting priorities

94%

Preparing agendas, briefing materials, presentations, and meeting documentation

94%

Organizing and executing internal and external events, offsites, and conferences

94%

Managing expense reports, reimbursements, and financial administration

92%

Anticipating executive needs and proactively identifying solutions before issues arise

92%

Managing email inboxes, incoming communications, and prioritizing requests

90%
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Driving strategic alignment across functional teams and leadership groups

72%

Serving as a strategic partner or sounding board for executive decision-making

68%

Translating strategic initiatives into executable plans and operating rhythms

65%

Creating and refining executive communications for internal and external audiences

62%

Supporting organizational design, compensation planning, and talent initiatives

58%

Identifying and implementing process improvements and continuous operational enhancements

55%

Building scalable frameworks and processes for operational consistency

48%

Leveraging artificial intelligence tools and workflows to enhance productivity

35%

Leading and coaching other administrative professionals and executive assistants

32%
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Building and maintaining strong relationships with senior executives and cross-functional stakeholders

92%

Communicating with clarity and professionalism at all organizational levels

90%

Demonstrating ownership and accountability for outcomes and priorities

90%

Managing up, across, and around the organization with diplomatic judgment

88%
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Technology

The tools and technologies that define this role.

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Google Workspacemoderate
Microsoft Officelow
Slacklow
Zoomlow
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Google Calendarmoderate
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AI toolslow
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Open Jobs

50 open Executive Assistant jobs across 34 companies.

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PhysicsX6d
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Fundamental1w
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OpenAI1w
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Nscale1w
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Nscale1w
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New York·Business Operations
Cohere2w
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Aleph Alpha2w
Senior Executive Assistant (f/m/d) to Co-CRO
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Fireworks AI2w
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DeepMind2w
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Block2w
Executive Business Partner
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Figma3w
Executive Assistant, People
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Waymo3w
Administrative Business Partner
Mountain View, CA, USA·Business Operations