Executive Assistant

Position Title: Executive Assistant

Location: Remote

Salary: Competitive Base & Bonus - DOE & Location

• Working Rhythm: Officially it’s 09:00 – 17:00, Monday to Friday. Unofficially? You should expect to be connected a lot more than that!

Contract Type: Full-time Contract

Reporting To: CEO

Start Date: ASAP

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Strategic Coordination: To help the execution of key initiatives and ensure alignment with Nexford’s strategic goals.
• Global Impact: Support the executive team in managing Nexford’s global operations across the US, Europe, and Africa.
• Cross-functional Influence: Collaborate with leadership across multiple departments including Product, Marketing, Academics, and Revenue to document and execute high-impact projects.
• Administrative Efficiency: Be the engine that ensures scheduling and documentation are managed effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure projects are well documented to increase execution success across company-wide projects and key initiatives.
• Lead operational and administrative support, acting as a gatekeeper to the CEO's calendar.
• Collaborate with department heads to drive operational efficiency and productivity across the company.
• Facilitate leadership meetings and follow-up actions, thinking critically and anticipating executive needs.
• Manage scheduling for CEO and executives including arranging frequent travel.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or a related field. MBA preferred.
• 8+ years of leadership experience supporting C-suite executives, preferably in high-growth startups or tech industries.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale cross-functional projects with strong project management skills.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with the capacity to work across international markets and cultures, particularly in the US, Europe, and Africa.
• Proven ability to navigate high-pressure environments and make strategic decisions efficiently.
• Excellent English language skills (both written and verbal).

Why Nexford?

Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to reshaping education. At Nexford, you'll thrive in an innovative and flexible work environment. We offer a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and the chance to collaborate with a diverse, global team.

Explore the full job description and candidate profile here, and if you're ready to drive strategic impact as our new Executive Assistant, Apply Now!

To keep things agile and aligned with our global team's fast-paced environment, we ask that all CVs/resumes be submitted in English. This ensures seamless communication and collaboration in our global team.