Chief of Staff / Executive Personal Assistant to Tech Founder
A busy tech founder with a young family is looking for a highly intelligent, strategic, and driven individual with exceptional communication skills and organizational abilities to serve as a private Chief of Staff / Executive Personal Assistant.
This role will function as the right-hand of the Principal and his family across all facets of their domestic office and household affairs.
In this capacity, the ideal candidate will be able to seamlessly balance and transition from critical strategic initiatives and projects that help the Principal and family scale to the various day-to-day tasks required to keep the household running smoothly.
Searching for a high-performer that is looking for longevity and the ability to grow rapidly in a dynamic environment and be part of a tight-knit team.
Critical Requirements / Attributes :
- LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY - can easily be on-site in Lafayette / Orinda area when needed
- 5+ years of experience supporting executives in a complex, high-paced environment, ideally having worked in a private / family office setting
- Bachelor's or advanced degree from a highly-rated institution with evidence of intellectual distinction
- Strategic operator with the ability to develop clear plans across near, medium and long term horizons and then develop a plan to execute on said strategy
- Extremely strong research, reasoning, and analytical skills demonstrated in a professional setting
- Impressive ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
- Very technically savvy; not just with standard productivity tools (e.g., Office / Excel) but modern apps and the aptitude to pick up new technologies as well
- Maniacal attention to detail, incredible organizational skills, and proactivity are absolutely paramount requirements for this role
- Wired with a "move fast and get it done" mindset for any task - big or small - that can come up with creative solutions on the spot to challenges that may arise
- High EQ with great interpersonal skills and ability to operate in a tight-knit team environment
- Excellent references with demonstrated longevity at previous roles
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) :
- Spearheading various strategic initiatives for Principal - including requirements specification, strategy design, and execution plan
- Assessing overall support needs of the Principal and family and putting in place workflows / processes to streamline and simplify operations
- Handling tasks of a highly confidential nature with the utmost discretion and professionalism
- Researching, organizing and arranging travel for the family, including flights, accommodations, transportation, activities, etc.
- Conducting research and executing on various topics related to lifestyle and philanthropic needs, children's activities, etc
- Overseeing Principal and family calendars, including scheduling appointments, meetings, and events
- Identifying need for various advisors / vendors, researching / screening options, and managing / hosting vendors as necessary
- Building and maintaining positive relationships with all stakeholders, including family members, staff, vendors, and contractors
Logistics :
- Full-time Monday-Friday but flexibility to occasionally work after hours / weekend
- Predominantly remote but with ability to be on-site at family home (Lafayette / Orinda area) when needed
- LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY
Compensation :
- $130K+ per year DOE
- Health benefits
- Paid vacation / sick days / holidays
- Annual performance and salary review
- Discretionary bonus