Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

Overview

TITLE : Executive Assistant to CEO

Location : San Diego, CA (onsite / in-office 5 days per week with some flexibility as needed)

TL;DR : Seeking a high-performing, ultra-organized Executive Assistant who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth startup environments. This person will be the CEO’s right hand - managing complex calendars, driving follow-ups, coordinating key meetings, and creating leverage across the company. Energetic, principled, and able to anticipate issues before they arise. Ideal background includes tech, defense, or other dynamic, early-stage settings where adaptability and discretion are key. $80-$110K base + great benefits

POSITION DETAILS

Exclusive search for an experienced and talented Executive Assistant to the CEO for a VC-backed startup that has raised over $25MM and secured major multi-million-dollar contracts. This role offers the opportunity to support the CEO during an exciting period of rapid growth. You’ll be at the center of a company developing AI-powered autonomous systems that deliver meaningful, real-world impact.

If you excel in a high-trust, low-ego environment where exceptional individuals focus on results rather than self-promotion, this could be the perfect fit. You’ll act as a force multiplier for a CEO navigating fast-paced scaling, giving you a front-row seat to pivotal moments—ranging from strategic decisions to investor discussions and engineering breakthroughs.

This is a unique chance to join a mission-driven startup with the energy of a young company and the proven industry traction and revenue to match.

What You’ll Do

• Own the CEO’s calendar with ruthless prioritization and attention to detail.
• Coordinate high-stakes meetings with customers, investors, and partners.
• Manage travel logistics, expenses, and events.
• Triage the CEO’s inbox : flag what matters, delegate what can, and close open loops.
• Prepare concise, insight-rich meeting briefs and ensure the CEO is always prepped.
• Partner closely with the Chief of Staff and leadership team to align on key initiatives and timelines.
• Track and drive follow-ups across departments to keep projects moving forward.

Qualifications

Why You’ll Love This Job

Compensation

BASE SALARY : $70K - $110K

Benefits and Perks :

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