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Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

Kismet SearchSan Diego, CA, United States
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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

  • 5+ years of experience in an Executive Assistant or similar role
  • 2+ years of experience supporting high-performing and busy executives, ideally within a tech startup environment.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent working experience.
  • You’re a natural organizer who loves making systems run smoothly.
  • You handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
  • You have excellent written and verbal communication skills and can-do attitude.
  • You’re upbeat, proactive, and thrive when you close every loop and identify risks and issues before they happen.
  • You work fast and adapt even faster.

    • Why You’ll Love This Job

  • You’ll be part of a supportive and mission-driven team solving real-world problems.
  • The work is meaningful, the pace is fast, and your impact will be visible every single day.
  • Full benefits, pre-IPO equity, and a culture that values both excellence and balance.

    • Compensation

    BASE SALARY : $70K - $110K

    Benefits and Perks :

  • Excellent health insurance (including a 99% employer-covered Gold HMO plan or other options)
  • 401k matching up to 4% of salary
  • Multiple company-funded lunches per week
  • A pet-friendly office (yes, you have to like the office dog)
  • Unlimited / Flex PTO

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