Executive Assistant to CEO - Contract Remote Role

About the Role

A fast-expanding technology company is looking for a skilled Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to its CEO. This contract role is expected to last between one and three months initially, with the chance for extension depending on business needs and mutual agreement. The position embraces a remote work setup, preferably in Eastern or Central U.S. time zones.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and adapt a complex and ever-changing executive calendar.
• Organize detailed domestic and international travel plans including flight bookings, accommodations, local transport, and last-minute itinerary changes.
• Oversee executive travel and swiftly handle any scheduling or logistical challenges.
• Draft agendas for meetings, prepare briefing documents, and ensure follow-up on action items.
• Manage executive expenses and routine administrative tasks efficiently.
• Act as the main contact for handling scheduling and executive communications.
• Coordinate leadership meetings, retreats, and special projects.
• Monitor key initiatives and enforce timely completion of responsibilities.
• Balance strategic priorities and daily operational support for the executive.
• Extensively use Google Workspace tools such as Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, and Chat during daily tasks.

Required Qualifications

• At least five years’ experience supporting CEOs, founders, or senior executives.
• Strong organizational aptitude and superior time management capabilities.
• Proven track record arranging complex travel logistics.
• Ability to effectively prioritize competing demands in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High professionalism with strict adherence to discretion and confidentiality.
• Self-motivated with capability to work autonomously and minimal oversight.
• Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace applications.

Preferred Criteria

• Experience supporting leadership in fast-paced, high-growth tech or SaaS sectors.
• Comfortable with remote work while maintaining exceptional responsiveness.
• Experience managing logistics for leadership meetings, board meetings, or executive events.

Position Details

• Work Location: Remote, preference for Eastern or Central Time Zones (USA).
• Contractual engagement initially lasting 1 to 3 months, with possibility for extension or longer-term association.
• Compensation ranges approximately between $35 and $45 per hour.