Executive Assistant

About Pearl:

Pearl connects top talent from around the world with US and EU-based startups that care about finding sharp and hungry talent that they can grow with long-term. We provide candidates who pass our vetting process with exclusive upskilling opportunities that enable them to get promoted faster in their new roles. We only work with employers who are looking to make full-time hires they can continuously mentor and promote.

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About the job: Role: Executive Assistant Work schedule: Full Time | 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM Pacific Time Salary Range: up to US $1,500 per month (Dependent on your skills and experience)

About the Role:

As the Executive Assistant, you will provide high-level support to the CEO while taking on critical operational and project management responsibilities. Your role will include managing the CEO’s schedule, generating and following up on leads, overseeing backend operations, and supporting strategic initiatives. You'll also handle internal and external communications, market research, and the preparation of key reports to facilitate decision-making.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Executive support to the CEO, including calendar management, scheduling meetings, and coordinating appointments.
• Lead generation and follow-up based on ICP traits defined by the CEO.
• Project management support: assisting in the planning and execution of strategic initiatives.
• Operations management: overseeing backend administrative tasks, event coordination, and document preparation.
• Research and reporting: Conducting market research, creating presentations, and providing data for decision-making.
• Communication management: Drafting emails, coordinating with partners, and managing internal communications.

Immediate tasks anticipated for the candidate to fully own on week 1:

• Onboarding and training sessions with the CEO.
• Understanding the company’s business processes and tools.
• Taking full ownership of calendar management and appointment scheduling.
• Initiating and owning follow-up sequences on all communication channels.
• Preparing action points for each lead/contact.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, working in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Tech-savvy, with proficiency in relevant software and tools, including: Slack, HubSpot, Google Workspace, Trello/Asana, Zoom
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft clear and professional correspondence.
• Highly proactive and organized, with a strong attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills, capable of handling multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently.

Benefits

• Fully remote forever–work from anywhere!
• Competitive net salary with opportunity to be paid above median market rate.
• Invaluable access to a network of global industry leaders, paving the way for rapid career growth.
• Mentorship opportunities
• Access to learning and development resources for continuous growth and improvement