EA to Managing Partner

Partner 6, Executive Assistant, New York
Founded in Silicon Valley in 2009 by Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz, Andreessen Horowitz (aka a16z) is a venture capital firm that backs bold entrepreneurs building the future through technology. We invest in seed to venture to growth-stage technology companies, across AI, bio + healthcare, consumer, crypto, enterprise, fintech, games, and companies building toward American dynamism. a16z has $100B+ under management across multiple funds.
We've established a team that is defined by respect for the entrepreneur and the company-building process; We've invested in companies like Anduril, Airbnb, Coinbase, Cursor, Databricks, Deel, Figma, GitHub, Roblox, SpaceX, and Stripe. Our team is at the forefront of new technology, helping founders and their companies impact and change the world.
The Executive Assistant will work closely with top-level Executives. The ideal candidate is a team player with exceptional communication skills, meticulous attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills. Daily responsibilities include calendar management, coordinating meetings, travel and logistics, and prioritizing across multiple leaders. This role requires an onsite presence in our New York City office, 5 days per week.
Handle highly confidential information and documents with discretion and confidentiality
Manage and maintain multiple executive calendars, including recurring meetings, prioritizing appropriately and using good judgment in offering solutions to complex scheduling and meeting planning needs
Meetings will include Board meetings, Executive off-sites and ongoing staff meetings. This includes but is not limited to, attendee communications, venue management/coordination, audio/video set-up and management as needed, catering and program material preparation
Proactively manage communication, and respond to urgent inquiries from internal / external stakeholders on the executives' behalf
Anticipate potential changes or shifts in priorities amidst simultaneous demands for attention
Provide overall data management to executives. Provide innovative and creative methods for continued improvements to administrative processes as the company scales

Resilient, with ability to manage multiple projects and deliver quality work to deadlines

• high degree of integrity when dealing with confidential and sensitive information
• Advanced proficiency with Gmail, Google Calendar as well as key applications such as Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Zoom

This role is eligible to participate in the a16z carry program and various discretionary bonus programs as well as benefit and perquisite plans including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401K plan, vacation, and sick leave.
At a16z we are always looking to hire the absolute best talent and recognize that diversity in our experiences and backgrounds is what makes us stronger. We hire candidates of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital or family status, disability, veteran status, and any other status.