What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Assistant to the CEO position at Cobalt Search?
Be the Executive Assistant to the CEO who brings structure, clarity, and control to a fast moving entrepreneurial environment.
This organisation is a dynamic, multi sector business operating across real estate, hospitality, and investment ventures. With a global team of around 40 employees and a hands on leadership style, the business values quality of life, flexibility, and outcomes over process for the sake of it. As the company continues to grow, the CEO requires a trusted partner to create leverage, improve focus, and ensure priorities are executed with precision.
We are seeking an Executive Assistant to the CEO to act as a true right hand support across both business and personal commitments. The Executive Assistant to the CEO will manage priorities, protect time, and bring order to a non linear, fast paced environment while working closely with the COO, leadership team, and external stakeholders.
What is in it for you
• Executive Assistant to the CEO role with direct exposure to business strategy and decision making
• High trust environment with autonomy to take ownership and drive outcomes
• Opportunity to evolve into a Chief of Staff or broader operational leadership role
• Compensation around $120000 plus generous 40% bonus structure (20% 401k contribution and 20% cash bonus) plus full healthcare, dental, vision, and benefits
You will be responsible for
• Managing complex calendar and inbox priorities to maximise CEO productivity and focus
• Coordinating meetings, travel, logistics, and communications across business and personal commitments
• Acting as the central point of coordination between CEO, leadership team, and external partners
• Working alongside a remote Personal Assistant while coordinating household logistics
• Anticipating needs, solving problems proactively, and ensuring seamless day to day execution
You will need
• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant to the CEO or in a similar high level support role
• Exceptional organisation, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders and operating independently
• Strong communication skills and discretion when handling sensitive information
• A proactive, grounded mindset with the ability to anticipate needs and take ownership without direction
Location
Hybrid role with flexibility. Ideally based within commutable distance to Norwalk, CT with occasional in person meetings and minimal travel.
Our client is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, gender, age, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Every application will be reviewed by a real person and responded to.