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Executive Assistant
We are looking for an organized and experienced Executive Assistant to support senior leadership in California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, anticipates needs, and keeps priorities on track with discretion. The role will play a central part in maintaining executive schedules, coordinating key interactions, and ensuring day-to-day administrative operations run smoothly.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage complex executive schedules by organizing appointments, resolving conflicts, and ensuring leaders are prepared for daily commitments.<br>• Arrange meetings from start to finish, including securing logistics, preparing supporting materials, and following up on next steps.<br>• Coordinate business travel plans, including itineraries, bookings, and schedule alignment for executive trips.<br>• Develop and format clear documents such as presentations, reports, briefing materials, and meeting agendas.<br>• Monitor deadlines, outstanding tasks, and shifting priorities to help executives stay focused on critical objectives.<br>• Handle sensitive business information with sound judgment and a high level of confidentiality.<br>• Process expense documentation, support invoice-related administrative tasks, and assist with general office coordination.<br>• Act as a point of contact for internal teams and external partners, helping communication move efficiently across stakeholders.<br>• Contribute to special assignments and provide additional administrative support based on business needs.
• At least 3 years of experience supporting executives or senior leaders in an administrative capacity.<br>• Demonstrated success managing high-volume calendars and coordinating schedules with accuracy.<br>• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.<br>• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.<br>• Excellent organizational abilities with close attention to detail and follow-through.<br>• Proven ability to safeguard confidential information and exercise discretion in sensitive situations.<br>• Capacity to manage multiple responsibilities effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
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  • Oakland, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an organized and experienced Executive Assistant to support senior leadership in California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, anticipates needs, and keeps priorities on track with discretion. The role will play a central part in maintaining executive schedules, coordinating key interactions, and ensuring day-to-day administrative operations run smoothly.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage complex executive schedules by organizing appointments, resolving conflicts, and ensuring leaders are prepared for daily commitments.<br>• Arrange meetings from start to finish, including securing logistics, preparing supporting materials, and following up on next steps.<br>• Coordinate business travel plans, including itineraries, bookings, and schedule alignment for executive trips.<br>• Develop and format clear documents such as presentations, reports, briefing materials, and meeting agendas.<br>• Monitor deadlines, outstanding tasks, and shifting priorities to help executives stay focused on critical objectives.<br>• Handle sensitive business information with sound judgment and a high level of confidentiality.<br>• Process expense documentation, support invoice-related administrative tasks, and assist with general office coordination.<br>• Act as a point of contact for internal teams and external partners, helping communication move efficiently across stakeholders.<br>• Contribute to special assignments and provide additional administrative support based on business needs.
  • 2026-05-08T00:00:00Z

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