Take space missions further faster. Backed by a16z.
About the role
Own and strategically manage the CEO's complex, dynamic calendar, prioritizing and sequencing engagements to ensure their time is aligned with the company's highest priorities. Serve as a trusted gatekeeper, exercising sound judgment to manage competing requests, protect the CEO's time, and proactively resolve scheduling conflicts and shifting priorities. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- 7+ years of progressive Executive Assistant experience, including direct support for a CEO, founder, or C-level executive in a demanding, fast-paced environment
- Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and sound judgment, with a proven ability to independently manage complex priorities, anticipate needs, and solve problems with limited direction
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, executive presence, and discretion, with experience engaging senior leaders, investors, customers, and other high-profile stakeholders
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, Slack, and modern productivity tools, including the ability to leverage AI tools to streamline workflows and improve efficiency
- Ability to work onsite five days per week at our Los Angeles-area headquarters, with flexibility to provide occasional evening and weekend support as business and travel needs require
More about this role
Northwood is a modern space infrastructure company bringing the benefits of space to the masses through advanced communications technology. We are building a global network of phased array and parabolic ground stations that enable real-time, reliable communication for satellite missions such as national security, global connectivity, and disaster response. With a vertically integrated approach, Northwood designs, builds, and rapidly deploys scalable systems that power the next generation of space missions. If you like solving complex challenges and seeing your work deployed around the world with real impact, Northwood is the place to do it.
As Executive Assistant to the CEO at Northwood, you will serve as a highly trusted partner to our CEO, helping maximize their time, focus, and effectiveness as we build the internet for space. You will work closely with the CEO and partner with the broader executive office to ensure seamless coordination and support.
This is a dedicated, high-impact executive support role for someone who takes pride in mastering the craft of executive assistance. You will own the day-to-day operational complexity of supporting a CEO whose schedule spans company...
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