Executive Business Partner

Overview

At Lyft, we strive to serve and connect by fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone has the chance to excel. We are seeking an Executive Business Partner to provide key support to four Senior Directors within our Policy Leadership team. This critical position involves managing complex schedules, coordinating organization-wide initiatives, and facilitating meetings. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic setting, juggling multiple priorities with exceptional organization and attention to detail. Strong relationship-building skills and a collaborative spirit are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Effectively manage intricate calendars, coordinate meetings and travel, and perform various administrative duties with foresight and strategic planning.
• Collaborate closely with the Chief of Staff to ensure meeting agendas, materials, and decisions are prepared and communicated in advance.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations and briefing documents for team gatherings in partnership with the Chief of Staff.
• Lead projects and initiatives by monitoring progress, identifying efficiency opportunities, and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Facilitate clear communications among stakeholders, detect visibility gaps, and suggest improvements.
• Take initiative in resolving issues independently and escalate them when necessary.
• Maintain current knowledge of leadership priorities and projects, acting as a resource for the broader team.
• Organize team offsite events and activities.
• Build and nurture peer relationships with other Executive Business Partners across the organization.
• Work collaboratively with the other Policy Executive Business Partner to foster mutual support.
• Support budgeting and expense management.
• Coordinate with Office Operations and IT to ensure effective resources and setups for in-person, remote, and hybrid meetings.

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in an Executive Assistant or equivalent role within a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive in anticipating and managing responsibilities and tasks independently.
• Exceptional communication and teamwork abilities, with documented success in cultivating strong partnerships and clear stakeholder communication.
• High emotional intelligence and adeptness at forming trusted relationships at all organizational levels.
• Meticulous attention to detail complemented by innovative problem-solving skills.
• Strong project management capabilities.
• A hands-on, can-do attitude with a commitment to driving projects to completion.
• A growth mindset and enthusiasm for contributing positively to the team.
• Passion for Lyft’s mission and values.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple program options.
• Access to mental health support services.
• Family-building and child care benefits, along with pet-related perks.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid time off including 12 holidays plus discretionary days for salaried employees; hourly workers receive 15 paid days off.
• Eighteen weeks of paid parental leave available to biological, adoptive, and foster parents.
• Subsidized commuter benefits to ease travel expenses.
• Monthly Lyft ride credits and complimentary membership for Lyft Pink.

Additional Information

Lyft is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to cultivating a workplace that welcomes and values diversity in all forms. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The company also complies with laws regarding candidates with criminal histories.

This position operates on a hybrid schedule requiring presence in the Washington, DC office three days a week (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday) to support collaboration and company culture. Remote work flexibility up to four weeks per year is available. The salary range for this role in Washington, DC, is $66,240 to $82,800 annually, exclusive of equity, bonuses, or other benefits. Compensation depends on multiple factors including qualifications, experience, and location.