Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

Executive Assistant to the CEO, Global Manufacturing Firm, Essex County, Mass./Hybrid

A Global and innovative leader in manufacturing quality solutions for water usage is seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to serve as a true “right hand” to the CEO.. This is not a traditional administrative role, but a relational, and trust-based partnership designed to amplify the CEO’s effectiveness, clarity, and presence. The Executive Assistant will act as a stabilizing force, thoughtful gatekeeper, and intuitive collaborator, someone who understands not only what needs to be done, but how and when to do it in a way that respects people and priorities. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience supporting a C-Suite executive for a global publicly traded company. Experience working as a liaison to the Board of Directors highly desired. This is hybrid role, in office Monday Tuesday Wed, remote Thursday/Friday. Of course, if something urgent needs to be addressed in the office the candidate must have the flexibility to come in

About the Job:

Trusted Partner & Strategic Support

• Act as a thought partner and sounding board, offering perspective, feedback, and quiet counsel when needed.
• Anticipate needs and proactively remove friction before issues arise.
• Prepare the CEO for meetings and conversations with context and background information; leverage AI to draft, summarize analyze and prepare materials.
• Act as the liaison to the Board of Directors and prepare for quarterly meetings

Time, Energy & Focus Management

• Manage a complex and fluid calendar with an understanding of priorities and relationships, .
• Protect the CEO ‘s time by thoughtfully filtering requests and creating space for strategic thinking.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel including detailed itineraries in multiple time zones.

Communication & Relationship Management

• Serve as a warm, professional liaison between the CEO and internal teams, partners, and external stakeholders.
• Draft and manage correspondence on the CEO and CFO’s behalf, ensuring tone, values, and intent are consistently reflected.

Information Flow & Follow-Through

• Distill information into clear, actionable insights for the CEO, create and edit PowerPoint presentations
• Track commitments, decisions, and follow-ups to ensure momentum and accountability.
• Support special projects and initiatives that require coordination, and thoughtful execution.
• Plan events, dinners; organize lunch brought in on a daily basis (free lunch); make sure snacks are replenished in the Executive kitchen)

About You

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 5 years of experience supporting busy C-Suite executives, preferably in a global publicly traded firm
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Up to date and use AI Tools for daily work to increase productivity and improve processes highly desired
• Handle highly sensitive information with absolute discretion.
• High emotional intelligence and sound judgement.
• You thrive in ambiguity and are energized by anticipating needs rather than reacting to them.
• You value discretion, loyalty, and long-term partnership.
• You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities without losing sight of the human element.
• You communicate with warmth, clarity, and confidence You bring polish and presence, while remaining grounded and approachable with a “high touch” service and team mentality.
• Base Salary, Discretionary Bonus, Comprehensive Health Care Coverage