Position Summary
We are seeking a highly capable, tech-savvy Executive Assistant to support a fast-paced executive overseeing a growing team of 85 employees. This role requires sharp judgment, extreme reliability, and the ability to operate at speed with minimal instruction.
You will work directly with the Partner as a true right hand. Instructions will often arrive incomplete or in shorthand, and the output still needs to be right. The ideal candidate is proactive, analytical, and comfortable working with senior leaders who move quickly, communicate briefly, and expect precision.
What We're Looking For
Must-Haves
Adaptive execution. You don't need perfect instructions. You fill in gaps, make decisions, and course-correct on the fly.
Relational intelligence. You build trust easily, read between the lines, and manage relationships with warmth and professionalism.
Comfortable with speed. You thrive in fast-paced environments. Urgency energizes you rather than overwhelms you.
Low ego, high ownership. You are not territorial. You care about outcomes, not credit.
Judgment under ambiguity. You can prioritize when everything feels urgent and make sound calls without full context.
Ideal Profile
High Sociability. Naturally connects with people and manages relationships effortlessly.
Moderate to High Consistency. Brings structure without rigidity and can pivot when priorities shift.
Moderate to High Precision. Catches details that matter without getting stuck in perfectionism.
Moderate to High Intensity. Matches the Partner's pace and is comfortable moving quickly.
Moderate to High Emotional Resonance. Reads emotional dynamics and provides a stabilizing presence during high-pressure moments.
Key Responsibilities
Email and Communication
This is the center of the role.
Manage, triage, categorize, and organize the Partner's inbox in Microsoft Outlook
Learn the Partner's voice, priorities, and relationships well enough to draft responses on his behalf
Draft replies for review, and send directly in defined situations once trust is established
Distinguish what genuinely needs the Partner's attention from what does not, and handle the rest
Keep the inbox clean, current, and free of dropped threads
Executive and Business Support
Provide high-level administrative and operational support
Manage complex calendars, including syncing and coordinating multiple calendars
Implement and manage scheduling automation and scheduling assistant tools
Support both professional and occasional personal tasks as needed
Act as a trusted partner who can keep pace with rapid decision-making
Meetings, Notes, and Follow-Through
Attend meetings, take clear and structured notes, and capture decisions and action items
Proactively follow up on tasks, deadlines, and commitments after meetings
Track priorities and ensure nothing falls through the cracks
Follow up on behalf of the Partner in predefined situations
Systems, Tools, and Technology
Work confidently across a modern tech stack, including
Microsoft OfficeSuite
Microsoft Teams
Calendar and scheduling tools
Zoho or a similar CRM
Adobe for document handling and organization
Fathom for meeting recording and retrieval
Password vault tools
AI tools such as Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini, used to improve efficiency, documentation, and analysis
Data, Analysis, and Organization
Support basic data analysis, reporting, and information synthesis
Organize and maintain executive documentation and knowledge systems
Ensure information is current, accurate, and accessible
Confidentiality and Reliability
Handle sensitive information with absolute discretion
Maintain strong security practices, including disciplined password management
Operate with a high level of accountability in a role that supports leaders who cannot afford execution failure
This role does not include access to financial systems, banking, or treasury functions.
Qualifications
Required
Proven experience as an Executive Assistant
Exceptional organizational and follow-through skills
Ability to operate at high speed with incomplete direction
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write convincingly in someone else's voice
Comfortable working independently and making judgment calls within scope
Tech-savvy and confident learning new systems quickly
Ability to take ownership and perform under pressure
Comfort working with AI tools for productivity and analysis
Preferred
Experience using CRM tools such as Zoho
Experience supporting a founder or managing partner
What to Expect
This role requires flexibility, resilience, and comfort with constant change. You will work closely with a visionary, high-energy firm Partner who operates at altitude and moves fast. Your ability to stay grounded, keep things moving, and bring warmth to the chaos will be your greatest asset.
If you need predictability, clear boundaries, or step-by-step direction, this role will be exhausting. If you thrive on variety, love solving problems in real time, and want to be at the center of the action, this could be the right fit.
Requirements
This is a full time role
Rate is $7-$8/hr
100% Remote
Originally posted on Himalayas