Job description
About Pearl Talent
Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They’re looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we’ve hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US.
Hear why we exist, what we believe in, and who we’re building for: Watch here
Why Work with Us?
We’re not just another recruiting firm—we focus on placing candidates with exceptional US and EU founders who prioritize the long-term success of their team members. We also provide retention bonuses at 3, 6, 9, and 12 months, as well as community-driven benefits like an annual retreat.
About the Company
Their mission is to reshape how people discover and try new brands by introducing them to new products and services through thoughtful “thank-you” gifts. Our customer-first approach ensures businesses acquire new customers efficiently while making customers feel valued and rewarded.
Role Overview
We’re looking for a highly organized, proactive, and emotionally intelligent Executive Assistant to support the CEO of a fast-growing consumer tech company. This is a strategic, high-trust role for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, thinks five steps ahead, and can handle complex tasks with professionalism and heart.
Top Responsibilities
Executive Support: Manage the CEO’s calendar, inbox, travel logistics, and day-to-day priorities with precision and discretion.
Project Coordination: Track and drive forward key internal initiatives by coordinating meetings, follow-ups, and timelines across departments.
Internal Communication: Draft and manage internal memos, executive updates, and board-facing materials with clarity and a high degree of polish.
Information Management: Organize key documents, meeting notes, and strategic plans to ensure quick access and alignment.
Gatekeeping & Prioritization: Serve as a trusted filter for incoming requests, protecting the CEO’s time and focusing on what matters most.
Relationship Management: Act as a liaison with investors, clients, and internal stakeholders with grace and professionalism.
BS/BA degree (preferred) or equivalent years of experience
Minimum of 6 years of post-college work experience, at least 2 years as an Executive Assistant supporting a CEO or executive team member at a tech startup or VC firm
Incredibly proactive, ability to take initiative, operate autonomously to get answers, context, and the data to solve problems
Excellent EQ, interpersonal and relationship-building skills, empathetic
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, follow through skills, meet deadlines, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive things to completion
High level of drive, a self-starter
High level of professionalism, discretion, integrity, and confidentiality
Strong scheduling / coordination skills, adaptable, flexible with last-minute changes
Ability to work independently and thrives under pressure in a quickly changing environment
A positive attitude / outlook has an optimistic approach to work and life
Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
High degree of proficiency with productivity processes & tools (e.g., Google Workspace, spreadsheets, expense reporting)
Great opportunity to join a growing, cash-flow-positive company while having a direct impact on the company’s revenue, growth, scale, and future success
Competitive compensation
Flexible remote work
