Executive Assistant

Executive AssistantYou are a strategic operational partner enabling a GM to drive organizational effectiveness across a complex matrix (Product, Engineering, Design, Research, Marketing, GTM). You manage cross-functional coordination, protect executive time, maintain business rhythm, and ensure strategic initiatives stay on track. You operate with business acumen, sound judgment, and significant autonomy.Key ResponsibilitiesOperating Rhythm & Business Cadence.Coordinate annual, quarterly, and monthly business cycles.Maintain weekly exec forums and monthly all-hands as predictable alignment touch points.Work with the GM to proactively shape focus around key business events (board cycles, planning seasons, product launches, financial closes).Cross-Functional CoordinationTrack major initiatives across functions.Flag dependencies and blockers before they become problems.Facilitate resolution when Product decisions impact Engineering timelines or GTM strategy affects prioritization.Maintain visibility into what's moving, stalled, or at risk across the organization.Calendar & Time ManagementProtect the GM's calendar for high-impact work.Ensure meetings have clear agendas, right participants, and defined outcomes.Anticipate conflicts between priorities and proactively surface options.Maintain focus blocks for strategic thinking.Communication & AlignmentCoordinate all-hands, town halls, and major communications.Support the GM in crafting messaging for organizational moments (new hires, shifts, restructurings).Facilitate listening mechanisms (skip-level meetings, feedback channels).Monitor organizational health signals and morale.Strategic Support & Decision InfrastructurePrepare briefing materials and decision summaries.Track strategic initiatives and maintain visibility into metrics, progress, and blockers.Support executive decision-making forums, design agendas, coordinate input, document action items.Follow up on execution and flag delays.Stakeholder ManagementServe as gatekeeper for the GM's calendar, inbox, and time.Route inquiries, prioritize based on business impact, and exercise judgment about what requires direct GM attention.Coordinate with ServiceNow leadership (CEO, CFO, CHRO). Manage board meeting logistics.Operational ExcellenceContinuously improve meeting cadences, decision processes, and organizational structures.Build information systems for tracking initiatives, OKRs, and dependencies.Coordinate team travel, offsites, and events. Manage the GM's office operations and budget.Qualifications7+ years supporting senior executives in complex, matrixed organizations at high-growth tech companies or large enterprises.Proven track record of strategic partnership owning outcomes beyond task completion.Experience coordinating across multiple functional leaders (product, engineering, marketing, finance, etc.).Business acumen and strategic thinking.Executive presence and credibility at all organizational levels.Sound judgment and absolute discretion with confidential information.Relationship-building skills and organizational awareness.Anticipates issues and brings solutions.Excellent written and verbal communication. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Slack, and collaboration tools.Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting a P&L-accountable executive.Background in technology, product, or business operations.Experience designing QBRs, executive forums, or strategic planning processes.Familiarity with HR or organizational design.FD21For positions in this location, we offer a base pay of $104,400 - $138,000, plus equity (when applicable), variable/incentive compensation and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the base pay shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. We also offer health plans, including flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, matching donations, a flexible time away plan and family leave programs. Compensation is based on the geographic location in which the role is located and is subject to change based on work location.