Executive Assistant

We are seeking a highly organized Executive Assistant to function as a business partner with our CEO and CRO (“the team”). The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6 years of experience, with at least 3 of them supporting a CEO, GM, or SVP at a technology startup or VC firm. In addition to traditional EA responsibilities, this role involves establishing / managing relationships with partners, DTC brands, board members, and investors to build an executive network on behalf of the team. A successful candidate should have a strong ability to read / evaluate people, and how to leverage their connections.

This role requires high emotional intelligence (EQ), excellent interpersonal skills, and exceptional attention to detail. You’ll be responsible for managing all aspects of  travel—including flights, hotels, ground transportation, dining, events & conferences, itineraries, and related logistics 

Our Mission

Nift’s mission is to reshape how people discover and try new brands by introducing them to new products and services through thoughtful "thank-you" gifts. Our customer-first approach ensures businesses acquire new customers efficiently while making customers feel valued and rewarded.

We are a data-driven, cash-flow-positive company that has experienced 731% growth over the last three years. Now, we’re scaling to become one of the largest sources for new customer acquisition worldwide. 

Backed by Spark Capital & Foundry who also invested in Slack, Snap, SeatGeek, Fitbit, Warby Parker, Wayfair and Twitter, we are poised for exponential growth and ready to demonstrate impact on a global scale. Read more about our growth here.

What you will do

• Interact regularly and build relationships with executives across all functions / teams at Nift
• Identify ways you can assist our CEO & CRO in making their day to day more efficient and impactful. Be a force multiplier; utilizing their time effectively, and taking things off their plate
• You’ll be responsible for managing all aspects of the CEO’s & CRO’s travel—including flights, hotels, ground transportation, dining, events & conferences, itineraries, and related logistics
• Proactively manage the CRO ’s  both executives schedules, meetings, travel arrangements, and prioritize  their appointments / activities
• Prepare reports and presentations by gathering insights, data, research, and information to inform decision-making 
• Establish efficient communication channels between the CEO & CRO and leadership team to ensure smooth and accurate information flow
• Screen, prioritize, reply and manage the team's emails, ensuring important matters are addressed promptly
• Help to coordinate / organize professional events, speaking engagements, trade shows, conferences, business dinners / socials, and company off-sites

What you need

• BS/BA degree (preferred) or equivalent years of experience
• Minimum of 6 years of post-college work experience, with at least 3 years as an Executive Assistant supporting a VP or Senior level executive at a tech startup or VC firm 
• A strong bias towards action, incredibly proactive, ability to take initiative, operate autonomously to get answers, context, and the data to solve problems
• Excellent EQ, interpersonal and relationship-building skills, empathetic 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills, outstanding attention to detail, follow through skills, meet deadlines, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive things to completion
• High level of professionalism, discretion, integrity, and confidentiality
• Strong scheduling / coordination skills, adaptable, flexible with last-minute changes
• Ability to work independently and thrive under pressure including providing support across time zones during executive travel
• A positive attitude / outlook has an optimistic approach to work and life
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
• High degree of proficiency with productivity processes & tools (e.g., G suite, spreadsheets, email Stack Method)

What you get

• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (401K, Medical/Dental/Vision), and we offer all full-time employees the potential to hold company equity
• Flexible remote work
• Unlimited Responsible PTO
• Great opportunity to join a growing, cash-flow-positive company while having a direct impact on Nift's revenue, growth, scale, and future success