Executive Partner - CRO (San Mateo)

Executive Partner to the CROThis role functions as a true extension of executive judgment. It requires enterprise-level thinking, board and investor interface readiness, and the ability to drive cross-functional follow-through on behalf of the most senior leaders in the organization. The Executive Partner is not defined by seniority — it is earned by scope. ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS / DUTIES· Architect and manage the executive's full operating rhythm — applying strategic judgment to balance competing priorities and manage inbound with precision · Serve as primary point of contact for board members, investors, and senior external stakeholders on behalf of the executive · Coordinate full board and committee materials — managing timelines, confidentiality, and distribution with the highest standards · Navigate enterprise power structures and advise on stakeholder approach; manage sensitive organizational dynamics · Manage complex domestic and international travel with end-to-end ownership · Drive cross-functional follow-through on executive priorities — proactively surfacing risks and translating insight into action · Represent the executive's perspective and values across the organization; model leadership standards within the admin community · Champion adoption of new tools and AI capabilities across the admin community; serve as a resource for best practices · Manage the highest-level confidential information across board, legal, financial, and organizational matters · Lead or support special projects and strategic initiatives at executive direction · Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures · Perform other duties as assigned TECHNICAL SKILLS· Full mastery of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) · Board management and document coordination platforms · Advanced travel and expense management (Concur or equivalent) · Virtual meeting and collaboration platforms (Zoom, Teams, Webex) · Advanced project tracking and workflow tools · Champions AI tool adoption across the admin community; elevates tool fluency across peers SOFT / LEADERSHIP SKILLS· Executive leverage — acts as a true extension of executive judgment · Strategic thinking — understands enterprise priorities; surfaces risks proactively · Enterprise stakeholder navigation — advises on approach; manages sensitive dynamics · Board and investor readiness — highest-level confidentiality and external interface · Leadership influence — models leadership standards; represents executive perspective and values organization-wide· Org intelligence — understands power structures, interpersonal dynamics, and cross-functional interdependencies · Exceptional written and verbal communication · Composure, discretion, and sound judgment under pressure EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE· Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, or related field preferred· Minimum 7–10 years of progressive experience in executive support, with at least 3–5 years supporting C-Suite or President-level leaders · Demonstrated experience interfacing with boards, investors, or external governance bodies · Experience in a large, complex, matrixed enterprise environment · Bilingual capability (English + global language) strongly preferred · Track record of operating with the highest levels of confidentiality and independent judgmentLICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS· None required; certifications in executive administration, project management, or business communication preferredSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES· Individual contributor; no direct reports — but expected to model and influence standards across the admin community Job SummaryJob number: ASU0020808Profession: Sales