Executive Assistant

About the role

This position supports the Founder and CEO of a leading global technology organisation. Acting as a true right‑hand partner, the role goes beyond traditional administrative duties to provide strategic, high‑level assistance in a fast‑paced, high‑performance environment.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a complex, high‑volume diary and coordinate international travel across multiple time zones.
• Act as a trusted partner to the CEO, protecting priorities and ensuring effective time management.
• Serve as an ambassador for the CEO’s office, building relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor, prioritize and prepare communications and briefings to keep the CEO fully prepared for meetings.
• Exercise sound judgement to make decisions on the CEO’s behalf when appropriate.
• Drive strategic and operational projects from conception through to completion.
• Coordinate business and personal priorities to maintain continuity and efficiency.
• Develop and improve systems, processes and administrative infrastructure for the executive support function.

Required profile

• Significant experience supporting a Founder, CEO, Chair or equivalent C‑suite executive in a high‑growth, global technology environment.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently while collaborating closely with an executive support team.
• Exceptional judgement, discretion and the capacity to anticipate needs before they arise.
• Strong organisational skills and a proactive, ownership‑driven mindset.

Required skills