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Executive Assistant
Location
United States
Posted
28 days ago
Salary
$82.3K - $113.8K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Executive Assistant
Upstart
• Manage executive calendars based on priorities and guardrails, confidently resolving conflicts and protecting focus time • Own recurring workflows such as meeting coordination, action tracking, and follow-ups to ensure work progresses consistently • Ensure meetings are well-prepared and run smoothly, including coordinating logistics, confirming attendees, and sharing materials in advance • Drive follow-through on action items, nudging stakeholders and flagging risks when work is at risk of slipping • Coordinate across stakeholders to gather inputs, schedule efficiently, and keep day-to-day work moving forward • Manage travel and expenses end-to-end with strong attention to detail and efficiency • Communicate clearly and appropriately based on context, including drafting coordination messages and handling sensitive information with discretion • Maintain organized systems and documentation so information is easy to find and workflows are repeatable • Use tools and technology (including AI) to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and reduce manual work • Identify and implement small process improvements that reduce friction and improve execution over time • Exercise judgment confidently, resolving most day-to-day issues independently and escalating when there is ambiguity, risk, or sensitivity
Job Requirements
- 4+ years supporting leaders in a fast-paced environment, with demonstrated ownership of calendars, meetings, and coordination across stakeholders
- Experience managing multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
- Experience supporting leaders and coordinating across multiple stakeholders or teams
- Proficiency in Google Workspace (Calendar, Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides)
- Demonstrated use of tools or technology (including AI) to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, or reduce manual work
- Experience handling sensitive or confidential information with discretion
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and professionally with stakeholders, including drafting emails, meeting communications, or coordination messages
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, including base pay, bonus opportunities, and annual equity grants that vest quarterly
- Generous 401(k) plan with Upstart matching $2 for every $1 contributed, up to $15,000 per year
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted stock purchase options for eligible employees
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage, with multiple plan options - Upstart covers 90% to 100% of the cost depending on the plans you choose
- Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart for eligible plans
- Income protection benefits, including company-paid Basic Life, AD&D, and Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage, with options to purchase supplemental coverage
- Paid time off, sick and safe time, and company holidays
- Paid family and parental leave to support caregiving and major life moments
- Family-centered benefits through Carrot and Cleo, supporting fertility, parenthood, and caregiving
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health support and life-centered resources
- Financial wellness resources, including access to financial planning tools and a financial concierge service
- Annual wellness allowance to support your physical and emotional well-being and personal development, based on what matters most to you
- Annual productivity allowance to invest in relevant tools and resources you need to do your best work, no matter where you work from
- Connection and community through team events and onsites, all-company updates, and employee resource groups (ERGs)
- Onsite perks, including catered lunches and fully stocked micro-kitchens when working from one of our four offices, located in the Bay Area, Austin, Columbus, and New York City (opening Summer 2026!).
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