Executive Assistant to CEO

About the role

The Executive Assistant to the CEO acts as the execution engine for the chief executive, turning every instruction, communication, and priority into tracked, completed actions. This role eliminates execution gaps, enforces operational discipline, and frees the CEO to focus on high‑value strategic work.

Key responsibilities

• Own the CEO’s calendar, inbox, and communication flow end‑to‑end, ensuring zero backlog and full meeting preparedness.
• Convert all CEO directives into structured tasks with clear owners, deadlines, and status updates, maintaining a single source of truth.
• Maintain and update operational systems, including CRM entries, SOPs, and recurring workflow documentation.
• Proactively follow up on tasks, surface blockers, and escalate risks to guarantee timely completion.

Required profile

• 3–5+ years of experience supporting senior or C‑level executives as an Executive Assistant or Operations Assistant.
• Demonstrated ability to manage executive calendars, inboxes, and task pipelines in fast‑paced environments.
• Strong independent execution skills with a bias for order, clarity, and follow‑through.
• Excellent written communication for drafting, summarizing, and structuring executive‑level information.

Required skills

• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Teams
• CRM systems
• Task management tools