Executive Assistant Job at Ⓒ Wormhole in New York

Asymmetric Research ("AR") is a boutique security venture focused on deep partnerships with L1/L2 blockchains and DeFi protocols in an effort to keep them safe. We specialize in four core domains of web3 security; research, engineering, incident response, and infrastructure services. Culture AR is a fully remote organization with collaboration spaces in New York City and Zurich, and members of our team have been firmly committed to open-source values for decades, having worked at organizations with deep open-source roots and strong security programs, including Google, Netflix, Mozilla, Stripe, and Jump Crypto. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest levels of confidentiality, trust, and professionalism. Overview We’re looking for an Executive Assistant to support our founders in both their professional and personal lives, while also occasionally helping the broader team with light coordination and projects as the company scales. This is a dynamic, high-trust role that blends executive, personal, and light operational support. You’ll ensure the founders’ time, priorities, and logistics run smoothly while jumping in to assist other stakeholders with projects such as internal events, offsites, and team coordination. The ideal person is proactive, highly organised, and comfortable switching between different tasks and stakeholders. Location This role requires in-person support in New York City. Responsibilities Manage complex calendars, meeting schedules, and travel arrangements Prioritise and organise communications across inboxes and Slack Prepare meeting agendas, materials, and follow-ups Track and follow through on action items and priorities Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion Support investor, client, and internal communications when needed Coordinate personal logistics such as errands, deliveries, and appointments Keep personal and professional calendar aligned Handle ad hoc requests with care, and confidentiality Support other stakeholders with light coordination tasks, such as help plan and organise internal events, offsites, and celebrations Assist with travel or logistics for visitors, contractors, and employees Maintain templates, documentation, or shared Notion/Google Workspace resources Jump in on small cross-functional projects where extra help is needed Requirements 4+ years’ experience supporting multiple executives or founders, ideally in a startup or fast-paced consulting environment Excellent organisational and time management skills, with attention to detail Strong written and verbal communication skills in English Proactive and adaptable Tech-savvy and comfortable with tools like Google Workspace, Notion, and Slack High emotional intelligence, professionalism, and confidentiality Able to manage multiple priorities calmly and with good judgement Work in a hybrid capacity, combining remote flexibility with consistent in-person presence at AR’s New York City office for regular interactions Be available to travel regularly for client meetings, conferences, and team offsites as needed Other Skills Great communicator with a passion for collaboration Organised and detail-oriented Comfortable with change, pace, and ambiguity Proactive, curious, and positive approach #J-18808-Ljbffr