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asurion·13 days ago

Executive Partner - CRO

San Mateo, United States of AmericaMid · 2-5 yearsH1B likely

About this role

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