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Proofpoint

Proofpoint is hiring: Executive Assistant in Boston

Proofpoint, Boston, MA, US, 02298

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Executive Assistant

The Executive Assistant provides senior-level calendaring and travel support for the DSG leadership team, with primary focus on the EVP & GM, Data Security & Governance. This role is critical to ensure executive time is protected, priorities are clearly reflected in schedules, and travel logistics are managed seamlessly in a fast-paced, global environment.

While the EVP is the top priority, this role also supports calendaring and travel for 3 DSG SVPs. The Executive Support team will operate within a centralized executive support model aligned by function rather than by individual leader, with the Executive Assistant reporting into the Executive Business Partner.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end calendaring for the EVP proactively managing complex, multi-time-zone schedules and prioritizing meetings based on business and strategic needs.
  • Manage all travel logistics for the EVP, including flights, accommodations, ground transportation, and detailed itineraries.
  • Anticipate scheduling and travel needs in advance, ensuring seamless transitions and minimal friction.

SVP Support

  • Provide calendaring and travel support for 3 DSG SVPs, ensuring consistency and coordination across leadership schedules.
  • Align SVP calendars with EVP priorities to support effective leadership engagement and decision-making.

Executive Operations & Coordination

  • Serve as the single source of truth for executive calendars and travel plans.
  • Partner closely with the Executive Business Partner to ensure schedules reflect strategic priorities, planning cycles, and key milestones.
  • Identify opportunities to improve calendaring and travel processes to increase efficiency and consistency across DSG.

Skills & Experience

  • 5+ years of experience supporting senior executives (VP, SVP, EVP, or C-suite) in a dynamic, global organization.
  • Exceptional expertise in calendaring, time management, and travel coordination.
  • Strong judgment, discretion, and professionalism when handling confidential and sensitive information.
  • Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented, with the ability to anticipate executive needs. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Comfortable working in a centralized, shared-services executive support model.

Success Measures

  • EVP time is consistently protected and aligned to top business priorities.
  • Calendars and travel are proactive, accurate, and low-friction.
  • SVP support is delivered consistently without impacting EVP priority.
  • Leadership experiences improved coordination and reduced operational friction.