Senior Executive Assistant Job Description Location: Austin, TX (hybrid)
Travel: 0-20%
Valkyrie is an applied science firm that builds industry-defining custom AI, ML and Knowledge Engineering solutions. Our interdisciplinary applied science teams support our clients from data normalization all the way through model deployment. Our work can be found across industry from SiriusXM, Activision, Chubb Insurance, and the Department of Defense, to name a few.
Senior Executive Assistant Position: We're searching for a Senior Executive Assistant who is equal parts strategist, organizer, and trusted partner. This is not a standard EA role-it's a high-responsibility position supporting our CEO in both professional and personal arenas. You'll serve as an information hub, a meeting proxy, and a logistical powerhouse-ensuring the executive's priorities stay on track, the right information reaches the right people, and personal matters are handled with the same precision as business operations.
Senior Executive Assistant Responsibilities - Be the Executive's Eyes & Ears - Attend meetings independently when the CEO is unavailable, capturing key insights, commitments, and follow-ups.
- Streamline Information Flow - Ensure the CEO receives the right data at the right time, especially when absent from internal and external meetings.
- Command the Inbox - Monitor and review the CEO's emails, summarizing missed or high-priority messages.
- Blend Personal & Professional Support - Manage calendars, travel arrangements, events, errands, and special projects with the same attention to detail.
- Drive with Care - When needed, safely transport children to and from school, activities, and appointments with the highest level of responsibility and reliability.
- Guard Confidentiality - Handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion at all times.
Senior Executive Assistant Qualifications: We encourage candidates to apply even if they don't have 100% of the below qualifications. We believe in a holistic approach when evaluating talent for our team and post new roles often, so even if this role isn't quite right, we want to meet you!
- 4+ years of experience as a senior executive assistant, personal assistant, or in a similar high-responsibility support role.
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to drive safely and responsibly; valid driver's license required.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in fast-paced and high-stakes situations.
- Comfortable balancing both professional and personal assistant duties.
- Proficient with productivity and communication tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Slack, task/project management software).
- High emotional intelligence, discretion, and ability to navigate sensitive situations with diplomacy.
- Experience supporting C-level executives is a plus
- Familiarity with EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) and L10 meeting structure is a plus
- Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
Perks: - Tremendous growth potential
- Open and unlimited PTO & Sick time
- Medical, dental, vision, & HSA options
- 401K
- Flexible hours, work from home as needed
- Company phone plan
- Parking Included
- Onsite gym & showers
- Stocked kitchen with healthy snacks, drinks, coffee, etc
- Team events including happy hours, catered lunches, and other fun outings
- Innovative, collaborative, and fun work environment that fosters a positive and supportive culture for growth
Full-time Employment : Ability to work as a full-time employee
Location : Must be based in Austin, Texas area
The pay range for this role is:
75,000 - 95,000 USD per year (Austin)
