Executive Assistant

About Ripple

Ripple is working to make the movement of value as fast and seamless as the flow of information. The company develops crypto-based solutions for financial institutions, businesses, governments, and developers, with the goal of modernizing the global financial system and expanding access to economic opportunity. Team members are encouraged to do meaningful work, grow their capabilities, and collaborate in a supportive environment.

Role Overview

The company is hiring an Executive Assistant to provide support to two members of the Ripple leadership team based in San Francisco. This position is key to helping the executives stay organized, manage priorities, and operate efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage demanding calendars on a daily basis, including extensive scheduling coordination.
• Balance overlapping priorities by handling urgent matters quickly and staying ahead of deadlines.
• Coordinate travel bookings and reservations for members of three teams.
• Organize meeting materials, presentations, interviews, and related information; capture meeting notes when needed.
• Arrange team lunches, outings, and other group events.
• Complete and submit executive expense reports.

Required Experience and Skills

• At least 5 years of proven experience supporting executives in an assistant capacity.
• Strong ability to prioritize work, manage time well, and work effectively with others.
• Comfort handling multiple tasks at once.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Practical experience using Google Apps and Concur.
• A collaborative mindset and a strong focus on quality and excellence.

Compensation

The annual base salary range for Illinois-based candidates is USD 92,000 to USD 115,000. This amount does not include equity, bonuses, or commissions. Final compensation may differ depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits and Perks

• Opportunity to work in a fast-moving startup environment alongside experienced industry professionals.
• Access to a learning-focused culture and a professional development budget.
• An inclusive workplace where employees of all backgrounds are respected, valued, and empowered.
• Flexible in-office collaboration, with managers and teams deciding which 10+ days each month are spent onsite.
• Bi-weekly all-company updates and open Q&A sessions with leadership.
• Team offsites, bonding activities, happy hours, and similar events.
• Competitive pay, bonuses, and equity.
• Comprehensive benefits covering physical and mental healthcare, retirement, family building, and family support.
• Employee donation matching.
• Mobile phone stipend.
• R&R days for rest and recovery.
• Wellness reimbursement plus weekly onsite and virtual wellness programming.
• Flexible vacation policy coordinated with the manager.
• Industry-leading parental leave and family planning support.
• Catered lunches, stocked kitchens, premium snacks and beverages, and frequent fun events.

Equal Opportunity and Privacy

Ripple is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse, inclusive workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military status, or any other status protected by applicable law. UK/EU and California applicant privacy notices are available for reference.