Primarily Remote Executive Assistant to CEO (NY or DC (ONLY)

A company formed in 2017 with a mission to invest in conservation and regenerative practices and powering us to a sustainable future for the benefit of nature is looking for an Executive Assistant to the CEO. This position is fully remote and will require the EA to meet with the CEO perhaps twice a month. The CEO goes between NYC and D.C. so the EA can be in either location. The firm has 12 employees and an entrepreneurial environment.About the Job: Coordinate and prioritize meetings and maintain calendar Attend meetings, take notes and follow up on action items Understand what the company does and represent the CEO when needed Compose and edit e-mails, memos, and prepare communications on the CEO's behalf Plan and attend events and meet with stakeholders Research biographical and background information on new contacts prior to initial call with CEO or senior staff Create and update calendar of events (confirmed events and/or possible future events) Create reports and update internal databases Assist in creating meeting agendas Manage Board of Directors activities and meetings Identify opportunities to improve processes and procedures Execute special projects and other duties as assigned Create presentations, spreadsheets and charts Screen incoming phone calls delivering detailed, timely messages to the appropriate parties Coordinate complex travel arrangements Vet and prioritize the CEO's emails Process expense reports Send gifts Some off-hour availability required Occasional travelAbout You: Minimum of 7 years of experience in a related support position BA/BS from a college or university (degree in Business or Economics a plus) Excellent Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) Proficiency in the Adobe Suite Comfortable interacting with government officials and high-level executives Polished, professional demeanor and understanding of appropriate communication style when interacting professionally Proactive go-getter; no task is too big or too small Outstanding communication skills-written and verbalSalary, Bonus, Benefits (medical, dental & vision: individual plan paid 100% by company), Unlimited PTO, Parental Leave Apply To This Job