Career Group
Executive Assistant to Founder Job at Career Group in Menlo Park
Career Group, Menlo Park, CA, US, 94029
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Base pay range
$150,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr
Job Title: Executive Assistant
Location: Peninsula, CA (Remote to start; On-site 5 days/week beginning April)
Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, with flexibility as needed
Salary: $150,000 – $160,000 base + bonus + benefits
A growing private equity firm is seeking a polished and proactive Executive Assistant to support the Founder as the firm opens and scales its new office on the Peninsula. This is an exciting ground-floor opportunity for a seasoned EA who thrives in dynamic, entrepreneurial environments and enjoys building structure, systems, and operational efficiencies from the ground up.
The Executive Assistant will start primarily remote and transition to fully on-site once the office opens in April. The ideal candidate is adaptable, resourceful, and energized by supporting a fast-moving founder with professionalism, discretion, and proactive problem‑solving.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Support
Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Founder, including complex calendar management and scheduling
Coordinate detailed domestic and international travel itineraries
Prepare and process expenses with accuracy and timeliness
Draft, proofread, and manage internal and external correspondence as needed
Ensure the Founder is briefed and prepared in advance of meetings and engagements
Office & Operational Support
Assist with the setup and launch of the new office location, ensuring systems and workflows are established smoothly
Develop organizational processes, administrative infrastructure, and best practices as the team scales
Evaluate, recommend, and help implement tools and technology systems such as CRM platforms and document management systems
Partner with the Founder and future team members to support firm‑wide operations and administrative needs
Team & Firm Growth Support
Serve as a key point of contact for external partners, portfolio companies, and vendors
Support firm events, investor visits, and off‑sites as needed
Adapt as the firm grows; scope of responsibilities may expand as additional team members join
Qualifications
5+ years of Executive Assistant experience supporting a Founder, C‑suite, or senior executive (finance or private equity environment preferred)
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize shifting needs
Tech‑savvy, with experience implementing or managing systems such as CRMs, project management tools, or shared drive infrastructure
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Professional, polished, and composed in a high‑expectation environment
Flexible, proactive, and comfortable operating in a lean, growing firm environment
Discreet and trustworthy, with the ability to handle sensitive information
We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Administrative
Industries
Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
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