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Senior Executive Assistant
Location
New Jersey + 1 moreAll locations: New Jersey | Massachusetts
Posted
1 day ago
Salary
$120K - $150K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Senior Executive Assistant
Somos, Inc.
• Manage complex, multi-time-zone calendaring; proactively identify and resolve conflicts using sound judgment about business priorities • Anticipate the CEO’s needs — preparing briefings, background materials, and context before they are requested • Coordinate all domestic and international travel logistics: flights, ground transportation, accommodations, visas, and detailed itineraries • Serve as communications gatekeeper: screen, triage, and draft correspondence on behalf of the CEO with professionalism and discretion • Track CEO commitments, action items, and follow-ups; provide proactive reminders to keep deliverables on track • Prepare, edit, and finalize executive documents including memos, reports, talking points, and briefing materials • Create, edit, and refine PowerPoint presentations for internal and external audiences, including board presentations, all-hands decks, and strategic communications • Coordinate with internal teams on CEO-led initiatives, town halls, and leadership events; manage logistics from end to end • Manage expense reporting and reconciliation accurately and in a timely manner • Support the CEO during global travel by managing communications and time-sensitive requests across time zones • Operate with a high degree of autonomy, sound judgment, and professionalism by proactively driving work forward, thoughtfully seeking input when appropriate, and helping optimize the CEO’s time and focus. • Provide calendar management, travel coordination, and administrative support for the SVP & Chief Administrative Officer, Global Public Policy & Number Administration • Support document preparation, presentation editing, and correspondence drafting as needed • Ensure seamless workflow and communication between the executives and the Executive Leadership Team • Partner closely with the Chief of Staff to align on CEO priorities, communications, and scheduling decisions; serve as an extension of the CoS function on operational matters • Coordinate cross-functionally with members of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to facilitate CEO-driven initiatives, ensure information flow, and manage logistics for senior leadership meetings • Support the preparation and distribution of materials for ELT meetings, leadership offsites, and strategy sessions • Serve as a reliable point of contact across the organization, representing the Office of the CEO with professionalism and alignment to Somos values • Collaborate with executive peers and their support staff to ensure coordinated scheduling, communications, and event execution • Serve as the primary administrative partner to one designated Board Member: manage their calendar, coordinate travel, expenses and handle correspondence with a high degree of discretion • Coordinate travel logistics for all Board Members attending Board meetings, including flights, ground transportation, accommodations, and detailed itineraries; anticipate member preferences and resolve issues proactively • Partner with the CEO, Chief of Staff, and relevant functional leaders to develop, compile, and distribute Board meeting materials and Board packages on schedule and with zero errors • Create and edit Board-facing presentations, reports, and documents; ensure all materials meet the highest standards of accuracy, formatting, and professional presentation • Manage end-to-end logistics for Board and committee meetings: scheduling, platform setup (virtual or in-person), agenda distribution, and post-meeting action item tracking • Maintain up-to-date Board member contact information, governance calendars, and confidential documentation • Handle all Board-related correspondence with professionalism, confidentiality, and responsiveness • Anticipate Board member needs in advance of meetings and during on-site events; serve as a point of contact for logistics questions and last-minute changes • Lead end-to-end planning and execution for Board meetings, ELT meetings, and other CEO-led executive events, including virtual location scouting, vendor and contract coordination, venue communications, meeting room setup, AV, food and beverage, offsite activities, and onsite execution in partnership with the Chief of Staff. • Use critical thinking and collaboration to develop clear, polished business documents, including executive summaries, project briefs, memos, reports, and correspondence. • Build and edit PowerPoint presentations from concept to completion, including slide design, data visualization support, and narrative flow • Apply meticulous attention to detail to all deliverables — ensuring accuracy in content, consistency in formatting, and alignment with Somos brand standards • Translate rough inputs (notes, bullet points, verbal direction) into polished, professional documents ready for executive or board-level audiences • Manage version control and document organization across shared drives and collaboration platforms
Job Requirements
- 7+ years of executive assistant experience, with at least 3 years directly supporting a CEO or equivalent C-suite leader
- Demonstrated experience coordinating board logistics, including travel, materials preparation, and meeting management
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365: Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to draft, edit, and refine executive-level content independently
- Proven ability to manage complex, multi-leg domestic and international travel arrangements for multiple executives and senior stakeholders simultaneously
- Outstanding attention to detail — producing error-free work under deadline pressure and at high volume
- Strong problem-solving skills; resourceful, solution-oriented, and able to resolve issues with minimal escalation
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, virtual-first environment across multiple time zones
- Impeccable discretion and professional judgment; trusted steward of confidential business, financial, and governance information
Benefits
- 100% Company Paid Medical, Dental and Vision insurance for you and your family!
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Employer Contribution
- 100% Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
- 100% Company Paid Life Insurance
- Flexible Time Off program
- A Variety of Voluntary Benefits
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