Executive Assistant to the Founder

At Near, we help top talent in Latin America find remote roles with U.S. companies. Our mission is to create better lives by fostering a remote work culture that transcends borders. This is a fully remote job as a contractor.

About our client

Our client helps brands out-impact the competition by igniting deep, authentic connections to their audience through evocative, multidimensional experiences. They ensure brands can connect to their audience on a visceral level and measure engagement and efficacy.

About the Role

The Executive Assistant will play a vital role in supporting the founder, who is highly creative and business-focused but can sometimes be disorganized. The ideal candidate will need to be highly adaptable, able to manage a fast-paced and dynamic environment, and ground the founder when he needs help with organization. The founder works primarily in business development, securing key meetings and partnerships, and the Executive Assistant will help with organizing and coordinating these activities. This position requires a high level of emotional intelligence, organization, and the ability to stay calm and collected in the face of ever-changing priorities.

You will be responsible for managing the founder's schedule, communications, and business development activities. You will also help organize materials, meetings, and events, ensuring smooth operations for the founder’s daily activities and long-term projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Administrative Support: Manage calendars, coordinate meetings, travel arrangements, and events, and handle incoming communications.
• Information Management: Maintain accurate records, conduct research, and organize documents and materials.
• Executive Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact between the founder and stakeholders.
• Project Coordination: Assist with planning, coordination, and execution of business development projects and events.

Skills

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant tools.
• Fluent in English; Advanced French is a must.
• Proactive, flexible, and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities.

Desired Skills

• Proven experience supporting C-suite executives, particularly in business development.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).

Perks – What’s in it for you?

• Paid Time Off: 13 days of paid time off per year.
• Observed Holidays: U.S. National Holidays.
• Compensation Range: USD $3,000–$4,500 per month; higher for exceptional profiles. Final offer may vary by seniority, skill set, and interview performance.
• Fully remote role, with required overlap with Pacific Time.

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