Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company
Job overview
The Executive/Personal Assistant role supports two Co-Founders in a fast-paced startup, ensuring their professional and personal lives run smoothly.
Responsibilities and impact
The assistant manages complex calendars, travel, event logistics, liaises with household staff, prepares agendas, and coordinates between teams and stakeholders.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a base salary of $140,000 to $150,000 with hybrid work in San Mateo, CA; no additional benefits specified.
Experience and skills
Ideal candidates have startup experience, strong emotional intelligence, sound judgment, and high organizational skills.
Work environment and culture
The role is in a startup tech environment with a hybrid work setting in San Mateo, CA.
Company information
The company is a startup tech firm, specifics not detailed.
Job location and travel
The job is located in San Mateo, CA with a hybrid work model.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines executive and personal assistant duties, supporting both professional and personal needs of two founders without in-home presence.
Company overview
Maven Recruiting Group is a specialized recruitment firm based in San Francisco, focusing on placing administrative and executive support professionals in various industries. They generate revenue by providing staffing solutions, including temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire placements. Founded in 2010, Maven has built a reputation for its personalized approach and deep understanding of the administrative support landscape, making it a trusted partner for both job seekers and employers.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your experience managing complex calendars, coordinating travel logistics, and supporting high-level executives, emphasizing your ability to anticipate needs and provide proactive support as described in the job posting.
Showcase your organizational skills, sound judgment, and emotional intelligence, particularly in fast-paced, startup environments, to align with Maven Recruiting Group's preference for a resourceful and thoughtful EA/PA.
Apply through multiple platforms such as Maven Recruiting Group's corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for the Executive/Personal Assistant role.
Connect on LinkedIn with current employees or team members in executive support or related divisions at Maven Recruiting Group; use ice breakers like commenting on recent company news or asking about the startup culture to initiate conversations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords like 'calendar management,' 'travel coordination,' 'executive support,' 'startup experience,' and 'proactive communication' to ensure your application passes initial screenings.
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