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Personal Assistant to the CEO – Execution-Focused & Detail-Driven

washingtonco · Upper Marlboro, MD, United States

Clerical / AdministrativeExecutive LevelQuick applyfull-time27 days ago

About The Role

This is not a traditional assistant role.

We are seeking a high-level Executive Assistant to serve as the right-hand to the CEO. This individual must be proactive, detail-oriented, and able to think ahead without direction.

The right candidate anticipates needs, takes ownership, and ensures both personal and professional priorities run seamlessly.

What Success Looks Like

  • Problems are solved before they reach the CEO
  • The CEO is always prepared and never rushed
  • Details are handled without follow-up
  • The assistant operates independently and brings solutions

Key Responsibilities

  • Own and manage the CEO calendar (business + personal integration)
  • Anticipate conflicts and resolve proactively
  • Prepare the CEO for meetings, travel, and events
  • Coordinate travel, logistics, and event planning
  • Manage vendors and follow up without reminders
  • Oversee household and personal operations
  • Act as a gatekeeper and protect the CEO's time

Required Experience (NON-NEGOTIABLE)

  • 5+ years supporting a CEO, founder, or senior executive
  • Experience managing complex schedules independently
  • Proven examples of anticipating needs without direction
  • Experience in fast-paced or high-demand environments

Important – Read Before Applying

This role is NOT for someone who

  • Needs step-by-step direction
  • Waits to be told what to do
  • Has only administrative or organizing experience

Application Requirement (MANDATORY)

Include responses to

  • Tell me about a time you anticipated a need before being asked.
  • How do you ensure nothing is missed when managing multiple priorities?

Applications without responses will not be considered.

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