Executive Assistant to CEO

Myria is the only online marketplace built exclusively for the 300,000 most successful people in the world. We offer services, products, experiences, and philanthropic opportunities that are completely off-market, require special access, and are otherwise unavailable. Myria launched earlier this year with the YC W22 batch and is looking to grow and expand its team.

Job Description

We are looking for an Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer to join our team. This person will strive to anticipate needs, keep things running smoothly & clear the path for our CEO to do his best work. This person is imperative to the CEO’s success and should feel comfortable writing and communicating in the CEO’s voice so they can address and respond to day-to-day administrative tasks on his behalf, enabling the CEO to focus on advancing the company's initiatives and goals.

To be successful, this person will have prior experience in a similar role, be adept at navigating a fast-paced environment, & is passionate about making an impact in this role.

Primary Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain high-volume calendars, creating efficiency and balance in daily/weekly/monthly schedules.
• Handle internal and external requests for time, utilizing strong judgment in prioritization and flexibility to meet scheduling changes & shifting priorities.
• Anticipate the CEO’s needs, problem-solve for challenges, & manage emerging issues in a proactive manner.
• Prioritize emails and respond when necessary, ensure administrative follow-up with clients is completed in a professional & timely manner in the voice of the CEO.
• Draft, review, & send communications on behalf of the CEO.
• Organize and prepare for meetings, including gathering documents & attending to the logistics of meetings.
• Assist in facilitating the creation of presentation materials and resources.
• Maintain various records and documents for the CEO.
• Coordinate travel including all associated logistics.
• Plan and coordinate various team events.
• Contribute to initiatives and projects in addition to your core role.
• Perform other varying personal & professional administrative tasks as needed.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience as an Executive Assistant or similar role involving high-level support
• Bachelor's degree, preferred (in lieu of degree, relevant work experience)
• Ability to think on your feet to creatively solve problems as they arise, without being tasked to do so
• Must have a positive attitude, confidence, desire to be the best, be personable, & possess a high level of professionalism
• Strong organization and prioritization skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality & discretion
• Strong command of the Google Suite & Apple tools (Keynote, etc.)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Timely and consistent responsiveness
• Must be personable and have a high level of professionalism
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced & highly demanding environment
• Availability to perform job duties outside of normal office hours, when necessary

Benefits

We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:

• Remote full-time position (HQ based in Los Angeles)
• Competitive salary + equity and bonuses
• Medical insurance covered at 80% for employees
• Unlimited vacation
• 401(k) plan
• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced startup environment with two-time founders and experienced executives

Myria, Inc. (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please inform us if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.