Executive Partner to the CRO

This role functions as a true extension of executive judgment. It requires enterprise-level thinking, board and investor interface readiness, and the ability to drive cross-functional follow-through on behalf of the most senior leaders in the organization. The Executive Partner is not defined by seniority - it is earned by scope.

ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS / DUTIES

• Architect and manage the executive's full operating rhythm - applying strategic judgment to balance competing priorities and manage inbound with precision

• Serve as primary point of contact for board members, investors, and senior external stakeholders on behalf of the executive

• Coordinate full board and committee materials - managing timelines, confidentiality, and distribution with the highest standards

• Navigate enterprise power structures and advise on stakeholder approach; manage sensitive organizational dynamics

• Manage complex domestic and international travel with end-to-end ownership

• Drive cross-functional follow-through on executive priorities - proactively surfacing risks and translating insight into action

• Represent the executive's perspective and values across the organization; model leadership standards within the admin community

• Champion adoption of new tools and AI capabilities across the admin community; serve as a resource for best practices

• Manage the highest-level confidential information across board, legal, financial, and organizational matters

• Lead or support special projects and strategic initiatives at executive direction

• Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures

• Perform other duties as assigned

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Full mastery of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Board management and document coordination platforms

• Advanced travel and expense management (Concur or equivalent)

• Virtual meeting and collaboration platforms (Zoom, Teams, Webex)

• Advanced project tracking and workflow tools

• Champions AI tool adoption across the admin community; elevates tool fluency across peers

SOFT / LEADERSHIP SKILLS

• Executive leverage - acts as a true extension of executive judgment

• Strategic thinking - understands enterprise priorities; surfaces risks proactively

• Enterprise stakeholder navigation - advises on approach; manages sensitive dynamics

• Board and investor readiness - highest-level confidentiality and external interface

• Leadership influence - models leadership standards; represents executive perspective and values organization-wide

• Org intelligence - understands power structures, interpersonal dynamics, and cross-functional interdependencies

• Exceptional written and verbal communication

• Composure, discretion, and sound judgment under pressure

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, or related field preferred

• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive experience in executive support, with at least 3-5 years supporting C-Suite or President-level leaders

• Demonstrated experience interfacing with boards, investors, or external governance bodies

• Experience in a large, complex, matrixed enterprise environment

• Bilingual capability (English + global language) strongly preferred

• Track record of operating with the highest levels of confidentiality and independent judgment

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

• None required; certifications in executive administration, project management, or business communication preferred

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Individual contributor; no direct reports - but expected to model and influence standards across the admin community