Executive Assistant

Role overview

This is a full-time Executive Assistant opportunity with a respected Silicon Valley venture capital firm in Menlo Park, CA. The role goes beyond traditional scheduling and administrative support: you will act as a trusted partner to senior leaders, helping manage priorities, streamline communication, and keep the investment team operating smoothly.

Why this opportunity stands out

• Work closely with highly regarded venture capital investors and innovative founders.
• Be part of a collaborative, team-first environment where people are genuinely valued.
• Join an organization that emphasizes trust, relationships, and long-term professional growth.
• Gain visibility into emerging technologies and fast-growing sectors such as AI and enterprise innovation.
• Contribute to a firm with a long-standing impact on Silicon Valley.

What you will do

• Handle several complex calendars at once, prioritizing commitments and adjusting schedules as needs change.
• Oversee a high volume of email traffic, using judgment to determine follow-up and action items.
• Arrange senior-level meetings with founders, limited partners, board members, and other external contacts.
• Communicate on behalf of the Partners in a polished, responsive, and highly detailed manner.
• Develop and sustain productive relationships with portfolio company leaders, board members, limited partners, and other executive assistants.
• Plan logistics for conferences, board sessions, and industry events.
• Prepare, submit, and reconcile expense reports accurately and on time.
• Organize complex domestic and international travel, along with related meeting arrangements.
• Assist with special projects for the investment team as required.
• Work with the broader Executive Assistant team to maintain standards and provide backup support when needed.

Candidate profile

• Experienced proactive professionals who can anticipate needs before they are raised.
• People who view the Executive Assistant role as a strategic business partnership.
• Individuals who perform well in fast-moving, dynamic settings.
• Team-oriented professionals who value discretion, professionalism, and relationship management.
• Applicants motivated by supporting leaders and helping an organization perform at a high level.

Requirements

• 7 to 10 years of Executive Assistant experience supporting senior partners.
• Prior experience in venture capital or private equity is required.
• A bachelor’s degree is mandatory.
• Strong Microsoft Office capability, including advanced Outlook proficiency.

Compensation and benefits

The salary range for this position is $130,000 to $160,000, based on experience. In addition, the package includes a bonus, fully paid healthcare coverage, profit sharing, and other benefits.

Location

This role is based onsite in Menlo Park, California.