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Executive Assistant

Sesame AI · New York · On-site

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About Sesame AI

Sesame builds personal agents for curious people. Follow a thought. Work out an idea. Discover something new. Preview available now on iOS. Coming to intelligent eyewear in 2027. Backed by Sequoia and Redpoint.

About the role

We’re looking for a sharp, proactive Executive Assistant to support our CEO and Head of Operations. As a key partner to leadership, you’ll manage complex schedules, coordinate high-level communications, and ensure seamless operations in a fast-moving environment. The ideal candidate thrives under pressure, anticipates needs before they arise, and builds strong relationships across teams and external partners. If you’re highly organized, adaptable, and excel at making things run smoothly, we want to hear from you!

What they're looking for

  • 10+ years of experience supporting C-suite executives, founders, and senior leadership teams, particularly in high-growth startup environments
  • Proven track record of providing strategic executive support beyond traditional calendar management
  • Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs, exercise sound judgment, and independently solve problems
  • Exceptional organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and follow-through
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport across teams and with external partners
  • Comfortable operating with ambiguity and adapting quickly in a dynamic environment. Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
More about this role

Sesame believes in a future where computers are lifelike - with the ability to see, hear, and collaborate with us in ways that feel natural and human. With this vision, we're designing a new kind of computer, focused on making voice agents part of our daily lives. Our team brings together founders from Oculus and Ubiquity6, alongside proven leaders from Meta, Google, and Apple, with deep expertise spanning hardware and software. Join us in shaping a future where computers truly come alive.

We’re looking for a sharp, proactive Executive Assistant to support our CEO and Head of Operations. As a key partner to leadership, you’ll manage complex schedules, coordinate high-level communications, and ensure seamless operations in a fast-moving environment. The ideal candidate thrives under pressure, anticipates needs before they arise, and builds strong relationships across teams and external partners. If you’re highly organized, adaptable, and excel at making things run smoothly, we want to hear from you!

Highly Autonomous: Able to navigate complex, ambiguous situations with minimal direction or hand-holding.

Proactive & Agile: Stays steps ahead of the executives and the team; pivots...

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