Career Group
Executive/Personal Assistant to Founder
Career Group, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Overview
Job Title:
Executive/Personal Assistant to Founder Salary:
$130k–$150k base + generous bonus and benefits Summary: A premier private equity firm based in the Presidio is seeking an exceptionally polished and driven Executive Assistant to support its dynamic Founder. This is a high-touch, fast-paced role at the heart of one of the industry’s most respected firms—ideal for someone who thrives on excellence, is energized by solving problems, and brings a hospitality-minded approach to executive support. This role offers close exposure to firm leadership and a clear path for growth. The ideal candidate has an innate sense of discretion, a 24/7 mentality, and a background that blends white-glove service with experience in finance or high-stakes business environments. Key Responsibilities
Executive Support Serve as the right hand to the Founder, managing priorities with speed, accuracy, and grace Own a complex and ever-shifting calendar with precision Coordinate seamless travel, meeting prep, and briefing materials Track priorities, follow-ups, and special projects across the business and personal landscape Act as a proxy and liaison—anticipating needs and communicating with stakeholders at all levels Partner with the Chief of Staff on strategic initiatives and execution Lifestyle & Personal Support Handle personal logistics and confidential requests with utmost discretion Manage household vendors, property coordination, and on-site event support Assist with hospitality needs including entertainment, catering, and guest experiences Uphold a high level of responsiveness, judgment, and adaptability in real time Qualifications
4+ years of EA/PA experience supporting senior executives, ideally within private equity, investment firms, luxury hospitality, or fast-paced corporate environments Prior experience in customer service or hospitality strongly preferred Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred Impeccable organizational skills, attention to detail, and service-first mindset High emotional intelligence and a calm, solutions-oriented approach Tech-savvy and quick to learn; fluency in Google Workspace, Slack, and Microsoft Office This is a rare opportunity to join an elite firm in a trusted, high-impact role. If you are resourceful, unflappable, and excited by the prospect of supporting a top-tier CEO with precision and polish, we want to hear from you. You can use workgrades.com to collect and manage your references for free and share them with us or anyone else you choose. Candidates with references are always preferred by our clients. Now is the most important time to stand out from the crowd. We suggest that you ensure you have updated your LinkedIn profile and that you start collecting your references early. We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the SF Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Additional Information
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Administrative Industries Investment Banking
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Job Title:
Executive/Personal Assistant to Founder Salary:
$130k–$150k base + generous bonus and benefits Summary: A premier private equity firm based in the Presidio is seeking an exceptionally polished and driven Executive Assistant to support its dynamic Founder. This is a high-touch, fast-paced role at the heart of one of the industry’s most respected firms—ideal for someone who thrives on excellence, is energized by solving problems, and brings a hospitality-minded approach to executive support. This role offers close exposure to firm leadership and a clear path for growth. The ideal candidate has an innate sense of discretion, a 24/7 mentality, and a background that blends white-glove service with experience in finance or high-stakes business environments. Key Responsibilities
Executive Support Serve as the right hand to the Founder, managing priorities with speed, accuracy, and grace Own a complex and ever-shifting calendar with precision Coordinate seamless travel, meeting prep, and briefing materials Track priorities, follow-ups, and special projects across the business and personal landscape Act as a proxy and liaison—anticipating needs and communicating with stakeholders at all levels Partner with the Chief of Staff on strategic initiatives and execution Lifestyle & Personal Support Handle personal logistics and confidential requests with utmost discretion Manage household vendors, property coordination, and on-site event support Assist with hospitality needs including entertainment, catering, and guest experiences Uphold a high level of responsiveness, judgment, and adaptability in real time Qualifications
4+ years of EA/PA experience supporting senior executives, ideally within private equity, investment firms, luxury hospitality, or fast-paced corporate environments Prior experience in customer service or hospitality strongly preferred Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred Impeccable organizational skills, attention to detail, and service-first mindset High emotional intelligence and a calm, solutions-oriented approach Tech-savvy and quick to learn; fluency in Google Workspace, Slack, and Microsoft Office This is a rare opportunity to join an elite firm in a trusted, high-impact role. If you are resourceful, unflappable, and excited by the prospect of supporting a top-tier CEO with precision and polish, we want to hear from you. You can use workgrades.com to collect and manage your references for free and share them with us or anyone else you choose. Candidates with references are always preferred by our clients. Now is the most important time to stand out from the crowd. We suggest that you ensure you have updated your LinkedIn profile and that you start collecting your references early. We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the SF Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Additional Information
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Administrative Industries Investment Banking
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