Executive Assistant to Founder at YC Startup

Leading YC startup providing AI copilot solutions for engineers is looking for an Executive Assistant to support their solo Founder and leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity to be a right-hand and grow in your role alongside the Founder at a growing company with strong market traction. In this role, you will manage the Founder’s inbox and communications, proactively manage calendars, and work cross-functionally with the 30-person team. You will also plan team off-sites and oversee light office operations. Someone who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment, handles ambiguity, and is eager to expand and take on more in their role. This is a hybrid role, 3 days/week in-office (Monday, Weds, & Fridays) based in Redwood City. 130-150K+ DOE + equity, benefits, 401k, unlimited PTO

Responsibilities:

• Proactively manage calendars and scheduling for the Founder, Head of Sales⁠⁠, and another Executive.
• Manage and triage the Founder's inbox to ensure timely follow-through on communications. Draft communications⁠⁠ on their behalf.
• Book travel and oversee trip logistics. Create detailed itineraries⁠⁠ for seamless travel.
• Organize team off-sites and events⁠⁠.
• Manage light office operations, including vendor relationships and supplies⁠⁠.
• Support the Founder with special projects and research tasks⁠⁠.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as an Executive Assistant or similar role in a fast-paced startup environment⁠⁠.
• Highly responsive with a strong sense of urgency⁠⁠.
• Exceptional communication skills⁠⁠ - both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and handle ambiguity⁠.
• Growth mindset with potential to expand into broader operational responsibilities.
• Proficiency with Slack, Notion, GSuite, Front, and Trello⁠⁠.

*Please Note: Your application will be considered for all open positions. You do not need to apply for multiple roles.