Executive Assistant

The role

This person will support the CEO and Head of Operations by managing complex schedules and coordinating high-level communications. They will also handle travel coordination, meeting preparation, and operational support to maximize executive efficiency.

What you will do

• Manage the CEO's complex calendar and prioritize appointments.
• Organize materials and draft agendas for meetings.
• Anticipate scheduling conflicts and implement solutions.
• Serve as a partner to executive leadership to maximize productivity.
• Act as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Plan and manage detailed travel itineraries including flights and accommodations.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Partner with the Office Manager to ensure seamless business operations.
• Support key initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Required qualifications

• 10+ years of experience supporting C-suite executives, founders, and senior leadership teams, particularly in high-growth startup environments.
• Proven track record of providing strategic executive support beyond traditional calendar management.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs, exercise sound judgment, and independently solve problems.
• Exceptional organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and follow-through.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport across teams and with external partners.
• Comfortable operating with ambiguity and adapting quickly in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Expert user of Google Workspace, Slack, and modern business productivity tools.

Nice to have

• A highly educated background with a focus on supporting startups.
• Experience in project management

Benefits

• 401 (k) max employer match: 3.5% of compensation
• 100% employer-paid health, vision, and dental benefits for you and your dependents
• Unlimited PTO and sick time
• Flexible spending account with employer matching up to $1,650/year (medical FSA)
• Guardian Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunity to share in the company's success with competitive stock options

About the company

Sesame is designing a new kind of computer focused on making voice agents part of daily lives. The team includes founders from Oculus and Ubiquity6, alongside leaders from Meta, Google, and Apple.