Executive Assistant

About this role

AHEAD builds platforms for digital business. By weaving together advances in cloud infrastructure, automation and analytics, and software delivery, we help enterprises deliver on the promise of digital transformation.   At AHEAD, we prioritize creating a culture of belonging, where all perspectives and voices are represented, valued, respected, and heard. We create spaces to empower everyone to speak up, make change, and drive the culture at AHEAD.    We are an equal opportunity employer, and do not discriminate based on an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived.    We embrace all candidates that will contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives at AHEAD.  The Executive Assistant serves as a trusted and highly proactive partner to one or more C-level executives at AHEAD. By protecting executive time, anticipating needs, organizing competing priorities, and driving follow-through, this role creates the leverage needed to focus on the highest-value work. A central part of the role is making day-to-day executive work easier by knowing what is needed before it is requested, removing friction, and creating a smooth, well-organized experience around the work. The ideal candidate brings exceptional judgment, discretion, organization, and communication skills. They are comfortable operating with limited direction, quickly distinguish what is urgent from what is important, and represent executive leadership and AHEAD with professionalism and polish in every interaction. Role & Responsibilities: <div> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Executive partnership and prioritization</span></strong></p> <ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Serve as a strategic thought partner and primary point of contact for executive leadership, internal leaders, employees, clients, partners, and other external stakeholders.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Develop a strong understanding of each executive’s priorities, working style, relationships, and decision-making preferences.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Anticipate needs, identify risks, and recommend solutions before issues become urgent.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Triage competing requests by determining what requires two or more executives’ attention, what can be delegated, and what should be deferred.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Maintain visibility into open commitments, decisions, and follow-up items, and drive accountability through completion.</span></li> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Calendar and meeting leadership</span></strong></p> <ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Own the complex and dynamic calendars of multiple executives, balancing strategic priorities, internal operating rhythms, client and partner commitments, travel, and personal focus time.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Protect executive time by resolving conflicts, managing tradeoffs, and ensuring that meetings have a clear purpose and the right participants.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Prepare the relevant executive for meetings by gathering background information, briefing materials, agendas, talking points, and relevant decisions or action items.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Capture and distribute action items as appropriate, ensuring that decisions and next steps are documented and advanced.</span></li> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Communications and information flow</span></strong></p> <ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Communicate on behalf of the executive in a tone that is clear, thoughtful, responsive, and aligned with AHEAD’s standards.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Monitor executive inboxes and incoming requests with sound judgment, confidentiality, and an understanding of organizational context.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">When required to draft, edit, and proofread correspondence, presentations, meeting materials, and other communications in the appropriate executive’s voice.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Provide timely updates on emerging issues, organizational developments, upcoming commitments, and decisions requiring attention.</span></li> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Travel, expenses, and logistics</span></strong></p> <ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Coordinate domestic and international travel, including air, hotel, ground transportation, itineraries, changes, and travel-related materials.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Manage expense reporting and related approvals accurately and on time.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Own end-to-end logistics for executive meetings, offsites, and events, including: </span></li> <ul style="margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"> <li style="list-style: none; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <ul style="list-style-type: circle; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Room selection, setup, and AV or virtual platform readiness</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Catering and refreshment orders, dietary needs, and vendor coordination</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">On-site hosting of guests, including greeting, directions, and parking or access</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Post-meeting cleanup and room reset, stepping in personally when needed</span></li> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Special projects and executive operations</span></strong></p> <ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Create practical systems, templates, and operating rhythms that improve executive effectiveness and reduce friction.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Partner with other Executive Assistants and cross-functional teams to coordinate coverage, improve processes, and provide consistent executive experience.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Support preparation for senior leadership, board, advisory, and client-facing engagements as assigned.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Handle sensitive information with the highest level of discretion and professionalism.</span></li> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Office Presence, Availability, and Responsiveness</span></strong></p> <ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Work in </span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">the office 4-5 days per week. An in-person presence is required when the executive(s) you support are in the office, when the office administrator needs backup coverage, as well as key meetings and events</span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Treat the role as a 24/7 executive support position, remaining available and attentive beyond standard business hours.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Always respond promptly to time-sensitive needs.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Anticipate what the supported executives may need before they ask.</span></li> </ul></ul></ul></li></ul></ul></ul></ul></ul></div> Required Qualifications: <div> <ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Five or more years of experience supporting one or more C-level executives, senior executives, or equivalent leaders in a complex, fast-moving organization.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Demonstrated ability to manage a high-volume, constantly changing workload while maintaining accuracy, composure, and attention to detail.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft polished executive communications.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">High emotional intelligence, sound judgment, and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Always demonstrates professionalism, including in high-pressure situations and when representing the executive and AHEAD.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">A genuine can-do attitude.&nbsp; Always willing to roll up your sleeves and chip in. You move comfortably between strategic work, like advising on sensitive matters, and hands-on tasks, like resetting a room after an executive lunch.&nbsp; </span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Proven ability to anticipate needs, identify risks, and independently move work forward.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Strong proficiency with Microsoft 365, calendar and travel tools, virtual meeting platforms, and presentation and document tools.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">A college degree or equivalent professional experience.</span></li> </ul></div> Preferred Qualifications: <div> <ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Experience supporting an executive in a professional services, technology, consulting, or similarly client-focused environment.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Experience coordinating executive leadership meetings, offsites, board or advisory meetings, and high-visibility company events.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Experience working across multiple time zones and with geographically distributed stakeholders.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Experience managing projects, improving administrative systems, or coordinating work across an EA team.</span></li> </ul></div> How You Work: <div> <ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">You are proactive rather than reactive and bring solutions, not just problems.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">You are discreet, dependable, and trusted with sensitive information.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">You remain calm under pressure and are comfortable making informed decisions with incomplete information.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">You stay above the fray, maintaining perspective, discretion, and professionalism even when circumstances are tense or competing priorities arise.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">You communicate directly and thoughtfully, and you follow through on your commitments.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">You know when to move independently and when to escalate.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">You balance warmth and approachability with the confidence to protect priorities and maintain boundaries.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">You take pride in creating a polished, seamless experience for the supported executives and everyone who works with them.</span></li> </ul></div> What Success Looks like: <div> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Success in this role means enabling the executive and key stakeholders to work with greater focus, clarity, and consistency.</span></p> <ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Executive time is aligned with the highest-value priorities, with fewer avoidable conflicts and interruptions.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Meetings are purposeful, well-prepared, and followed by clear decisions and next steps.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Important information reaches the appropriate executive at the right time, with appropriate context and a recommended path forward.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Commitments are tracked, stakeholders are informed, and follow-through is reliable.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Travel booking, expenses, events, and executive logistics are handled smoothly and proactively.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">The supported executives, leadership team, and key partners experience the EA as a trusted, responsive, and highly capable representative of AHEAD.</span></li> <div style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Progress in this role is demonstrated through increasing impact, autonomy, and scope—not simply through the volume of tasks completed.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">First 90 days</span></strong></p> <ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Build trusted working relationships with the supported executives and key stakeholders.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Establish a reliable understanding of each executive’s priorities, preferences, communication norms, recurring commitments, and decision-making patterns.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Bring the calendar, inbox, travel, expenses, and follow-up systems to a consistent and well-organized state.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Identify recurring friction points and implement at least two practical improvements to reduce avoidable interruptions, rework, or scheduling conflicts.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Consistently prepare the relevant executives for priority meetings with the right context, materials, and next steps.</span></li> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">By six months</span></strong></p> <ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Independently manage each executive’s operating rhythm, including calendar strategy, meeting preparation, travel, communications, and follow-through.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Demonstrate measurable improvement in calendar quality, including fewer avoidable conflicts, clearer meeting purposes, better preparation, and protected focus time.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Maintain a dependable action-item and commitment-tracking process, with timely follow-up and clear ownership.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Earn strong trust from the supported executives and key partners through discretion, responsiveness, sound judgment, and proactive communication.</span></li> <div style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Ongoing measures of success</span></strong></p> <ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Executive time is increasingly focused on the highest-value priorities.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Priority meetings are prepared, decisions are clear, and follow-through is visible.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Requests and information are triaged accurately and handled with appropriate urgency.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Stakeholders experience timely communication, clear expectations, and dependable execution.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Travel, expenses, events, and logistics are completed accurately with minimal escalation.</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">The scope of responsibility, level of independence, and strategic contribution continue to grow.&nbsp;</span></li> </ul></div> </ul></ul></div> </ul></div> Reporting Relationship: <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">This role reports to the Manager, Executive Experience and Services, while receiving day-to-day direction from the C-level executive or executives it supports. The role works closely with the Executive Leadership Team, other Executive Assistants, and cross-functional partners across AHEAD.</span></p> The compensation range indicated in this posting reflects the On-Target Earnings (“OTE”) for this role, which includes a base salary and any applicable target bonus amount. This OTE range may vary based on the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, and geographic location.     Why AHEAD:   Through our daily work and internal groups like Moving Women AHEAD and RISE AHEAD, we value and benefit from diversity of people, ideas, experience, and everything in between.   We fuel growth by stacking our office with top-notch technologies in a multi-million-dollar lab, by encouraging cross department training and development, sponsoring certifications and credentials for continued learning.   USA Employment Benefits include:  - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance  - 401(k)  - Paid company holidays  - Paid time off  - Paid parental and caregiver leave  - Plus more! See benefits https://www.aheadbenefits.com/ for additional details.    Use of AI: We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, assessing responses, or to capture recordings and create transcriptions or summaries during interviews. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans.   If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please refer to the Candidate Privacy Notice or contact us at privacy@ahead.com.    You may opt-out of the review or analysis of your application and resume by AI tools by using the General Application. Please include the role you wish to apply for in the Additional Information field. You may also choose to opt-out of recording and transcription at any time, including after joining an interview.  Candidates will not be penalized for choosing to opt-out.

The operational centre of gravity for most EA roles. Contribution shifts from process execution to workflow orchestration across functions. Includes project coordination, cross-functional priority management, governance documentation, and operational risk awareness. This is where the distinction between task execution and genuine operational contribution becomes clear.