Executive Assistant to Senior Leadership, Mission-Driven Organization

A prominent mission-driven organization is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to multiple senior executives. This is an opportunity for a highly capable, adaptable professional who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and enjoys helping leaders focus their time and energy where they can have the greatest impact.

The organization is experiencing growth and change, with several senior leaders joining the team and responsibilities continuing to evolve. The Executive Assistant will serve as a trusted partner who anticipates needs, owns priorities, navigates complexity, and creates structure amid change. The ideal candidate brings excellent judgment, initiative, discretion, and follow-through, along with the flexibility to adapt as the needs of the executives and broader organization develop.

About the Job:

• Provide high-level administrative support to multiple senior leaders, managing shifting priorities and evolving needs with confidence and discretion
• Manage high-volume, complex calendars with a strategic lens, prioritizing competing demands and aligning executive time with the highest priorities
• Serve as a trusted gatekeeper and partner, exercising sound judgment to anticipate needs, resolve scheduling conflicts, and help leaders remain focused on key objectives
• Coordinate meetings from preparation through follow-up, including agendas, logistics, meeting materials, notes, action items, and next steps
• Manage travel arrangements, itineraries, expenses, and other executive logistics with accuracy and attention to detail
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and coordinate effectively across teams on behalf of senior leadership
• Maintain visibility into executive commitments and action items, ensuring strong follow-through and timely execution
• Support leadership initiatives and special projects, providing organization and coordination as priorities evolve
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, streamline coordination, and strengthen administrative systems and processes
• Partner with a high-performing team of administrative professionals, sharing best practices and stepping in to support colleagues as needs arise
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with exceptional discretion and sound judgment
• Bring initiative, adaptability, and a solutions-oriented mindset to a dynamic environment where priorities and leadership needs may change quickly
• Competitive base salary + eligibility for overtime; discretionary bonus ; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits; 401(k) with company match; flexible PTO; commuter benefits

About You:

• 5+ years of professional experience providing executive, administrative, or business support to senior leaders
• Demonstrated success managing high-volume, complex executive calendars; experience supporting multiple senior leaders strongly preferred
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage numerous competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and follow-through
• Highly proactive and resourceful with the ability to anticipate needs, take initiative, and solve problems independently
• Sound judgment and a high degree of discretion when handling confidential information and sensitive situations
• Calm and composed under pressure with the ability to think on your feet and adjust quickly as priorities change
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, service-oriented approach to supporting leaders and colleagues
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and concisely
• Detail-oriented and highly reliable with a demonstrated track record of follow-up and follow-through
• Comfortable operating with autonomy in a fast-moving environment where roles, responsibilities, and priorities continue to evolve
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience with Concur or similar expense-management platforms preferred
• Genuine interest in contributing to a mission-driven organization and supporting work intended to create meaningful, positive impact

On-site in Arlington, Virginia, five days per week. Typical hours are approximately 8:30 am–5:30 pm, with some flexibility around start and end times provided the individual is present during core business hours; occasional availability outside of business hours as needed.