Executive Assistant
Job Description
Executive Assistant to the CEO (10-12 Month Contract) High Impact, Executive-Level Support
Overview
Our client—an established software development company that’s been in business for over 20 years—is seeking a highly experienced Executive Assistant to provide direct, high-level support to the CEO. This is a 10–12 month contract opportunity for a polished, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment and handles sensitive information with absolute discretion. You’ll be at the center of executive operations—driving organization, prioritization, and follow-through to keep the CEO’s day running smoothly and strategically.
Required Skills
- Several years of high-level Executive Assistant experience
- Prior experience directly supporting a CEO, C-suite executive, or senior executive leader
- Proven ability to manage a complex, frequently changing executive calendar, including prioritizing requests and resolving conflicts
- Strong organizational, time-management, and multi-tasking skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; highly professional with strong executive presence
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
- Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs, track commitments, and drive follow-up items to completion
- Sound judgment, problem-solving ability, and comfort working independently with limited supervision
- Ability to coordinate meetings, prep materials, and support meeting follow-up
- Ability to create and refine executive-level documents (correspondence, presentations, reports, and meeting materials)
Nice to Have Skills
- Experience coordinating domestic and/or international travel arrangements
- Background supporting special projects and cross-functional executive priorities
- Strong career stability and a consistent professional track record
Preferred Education and Experience
- Preferred: Several years of executive-level administrative support experience, specifically in direct support of a CEO or senior executive leadership
Other Requirements
- Must be able to commit to a 10–12 month contract assignment
- Must be able to begin in September
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-expectation executive environment
- Contract benefits include eligibility to participate in a comprehensive benefit plan, Paid Time Off (accrual basis), and weekly direct deposit
If you’re ready to bring executive-level precision, discretion, and proactive partnership to a CEO-facing role, apply today to be considered.
Job Requirements
Additional Information
dfwHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.
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