Assistant to the CEO (Independent Contractor)

Job title: Assistant to the CEO

Wolfram, creator of Mathematica, Wolfram|Alpha and Wolfram Language, is looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Assistant to the CEO. The Assistant is responsible for managing the complex agenda of the CEO, assisting with travel and event coordination for the CEO, interacting with internal and external stakeholders and performing other administrative tasks to support the work and efforts of the Executive Productivity Manager and our CEO, Stephen Wolfram. This position requires a great attention to detail and the initiative to work independently. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, working behind the scenes on the frontiers of science and technology.

The ideal schedule for this position will be Tuesday through Saturday. Additionally, a clear background check will be required for this role.

Responsibilities
•    Securing, scheduling and managing logistical aspects of both internal and external meetings, appointments and functions
•    Organizing travel and accommodations for the CEO
•    Monitoring and triaging external mailing lists
•    Performing clerical tasks such as answering phones and responding to emails
•    Creating and maintaining computer archives and databases
•    Performing other administrative tasks as requested 

Qualifications
•    Proficiency in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills, including grammar, spelling and punctuation
•    High level of initiative
•    Superb organizational skills
•    Technical aptitude
•    Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
•    Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously while working independently
•    Ability to use (or willingness to learn) Wolfram Language
•    Ability to respond to inquiries during nights/weekends as scheduled

Location: Fully remote and seeking candidates from Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico and Peru
Job type: Full time (40 hours per week)/Independent Contractor
Reporting to: Executive Productivity Manager

Wolfram is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at its company. Women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.