Executive Assistant to the CEO

Role overview

This opportunity is with a legal services employer and is intended for candidates looking to support a CEO in a high-trust, high-impact role. The position combines executive support, coordination, and administrative ownership, with the chance to influence day-to-day operations while working closely with senior leadership. The employer highlights a flexible hybrid setup for candidates based in or near Summerville or Charleston, South Carolina.

The hiring partner emphasizes autonomy, accountability, and the ability to manage varied priorities. Duties span calendar and inbox management, meeting preparation, follow-through on action items, travel coordination, and assistance with personal and business-related tasks for the CEO.

Why this role may be a fit

• Compensation is competitive and may include bonus opportunities.
• The role offers hybrid flexibility for local candidates in the Summerville/Charleston area.
• You will work directly with the CEO and contribute meaningfully to operations.
• The environment is described as supportive and ownership-oriented.
• The scope includes both professional coordination and personal support responsibilities.

Key responsibilities

• Organize the CEO’s calendar, inbox, and communication flow, making sure messages are sorted, prioritized, and handled efficiently.
• Draft meeting agendas, prepare background materials, and create clear notes that capture decisions and next steps.
• Track follow-ups after meetings and help ensure assigned tasks are completed by the right people.
• Handle client gifting coordination and keep records for important meetings and events.
• Arrange business travel, including reservations and booking logistics.

Required qualifications

• Must be located in the Charleston or Summerville, South Carolina area.
• Should be comfortable self-directing and planning your own workday.
• Needs strong fluency with tools such as Google Workspace, Slack, ClickUp, Claude, HubSpot, and Zoom.
• Must be able to manage confidential information with care, discretion, and professionalism.
• Should have strong written communication skills and be able to reflect the CEO’s voice accurately.

Preferred background

• Previous experience supporting an executive in a similar capacity is an advantage.
• Ability to think ahead, identify needs early, and solve problems proactively is valued.
• Familiarity with project management systems and workflows is helpful.
• Strong organization and attention to detail are important.
• Comfort working collaboratively within a team is beneficial.

Additional information

The role is tied to the legal services industry. The employer states that this is not a staffing or agency arrangement and that the role is being presented through a curated and validated employer connection rather than direct hiring by the connector. Candidate privacy, transparent hiring, and equal opportunity are highlighted as core values. The hiring partner also notes that they are not the Employer of Record for this position.

The listing does not specify the number of openings, salary figures, start date, or application deadline. The compensation is described only as competitive with bonus potential.

Local presence in the Charleston/Summerville area is required, and the hybrid setup appears intended for nearby candidates rather than fully remote applicants.