Executive Assistant to Senior Leadership - AI Startup - New York City (Onsite)

Job Description

Job Description

BURKE+CO.

THE GIST:

Our client, a high-growth tech startup building a purpose-driven AI platform, is seeking a highly polished & adaptable Executive Assistant to support a senior executive in their NYC office. This is a critical, high-visibility role requiring exceptional emotional intelligence, sound judgment, and the ability to seamlessly navigate competing priorities.

This role offers rare exposure and real impact! You’ll be more than just an executor—you’ll act as a true partner, anticipating needs and helping drive efficiency at the leadership level.

THE NITTY GRITTY:

• Provide comprehensive executive support, including complex calendar management, meeting coordination, and travel planning
• Act as a strategic partner, anticipating needs and proactively solving problems before they arise
• Serve as a gatekeeper and liaison, managing communication across internal and external stakeholders
• Prepare materials for meetings, presentations, and key initiatives
• Coordinate logistics for internal events, offsites, and leadership meetings
• Adapt quickly to shifting priorities in a dynamic, high-growth environment
• Build strong working relationships while tailoring support to each executive’s preferences and style

THE ESSENTIALS:

• 5+ years of experience supporting senior executives, ideally within high growth tech companies, venture capital, or hedge funds
• Exceptional professionalism, communication skills, and executive presence
• Strong emotional intelligence with the ability to navigate different personalities effectively
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
• Resourceful problem-solver with a “no task too big or small” mindset
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment with ambiguity and change

THE CHERRY ON TOP:

• Gain a front-row seat to how a company grows, makes decisions, and operates at a senior level
• Join a company during their exciting upwards trajectory!

LOCATION: New York City (Onsite)

COMPENSATION: $150k-170k base salary + bonus + equity + benefits (exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, and expertise)

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*Compensation is aligned with experience, level, and role scope. Most offers fall within the mid-range, with the top of the band generally reserved for candidates with extensive, directly relevant backgrounds. Leveling is determined during the interview process