Personal and Executive Assistant to the CEO

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📍 Menlo Park

About this role

Workstream is a mission-driven company building the all-in-one HR, payroll, and hiring platform for managing the hourly workforce. There are 2.7 billion hourly workers, making up 80% of the global workforce, but this market has been heavily underserved by technology and deserves better. Workstream has been purpose-built for the hourly workforce from day one so that these businesses and their employees can thrive.

Our customers include leading brands from multiple sectors, including Burger King, Carl's Jr./Hardee's, IHOP, KFC, and Culvers. We are a high growth series B company and quickly expanding our product portfolio to deliver on our vision. We are backed by legendary VCs and industry experts like Founders Fund, BOND, and Coatue.

The Role

We are looking for a highly organized, proactive, and discreet Executive / Personal Assistant to support our CEO. In this role, you will act as a trusted partner, helping the CEO operate at maximum effectiveness by managing both professional and personal responsibilities.

This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and enjoys wearing multiple hats. You will work closely with senior leaders, investors, and cross-functional teams, while also assisting with personal logistics to ensure the CEO can focus on strategic priorities and maintain work-life balance.

The ideal candidate is resourceful, highly discreet, and comfortable navigating both strategic conversations and day-to-day operational or personal tasks.

What You’ll Do
  • Manage the CEO’s complex calendar, prioritizing meetings and ensuring efficient time management across internal and external commitments
  • Coordinate domestic and international travel, including itineraries, logistics, and expense management
  • Handle personal travel, appointments, family scheduling, and lifestyle logistics as needed
  • Prepare materials for board meetings, investor updates, leadership meetings, and external presentations
  • Act as a liaison between the CEO and internal teams, partners, investors, and customers
  • Help manage follow-ups on key initiatives and ensure accountability across leadership teams
  • Assist with organizing company events, leadership offsites, and strategic planning sessions
  • Draft and manage email correspondence and other communications on behalf of the CEO when needed
  • Manage personal errands, deliveries, and household-related logistics as needed
  • Handle confidential information with the highest level of discretion and professionalism
  • Support special projects and operational initiatives as the company continues to scale
What We’re Looking For
  • 3–7+ years of experience supporting a CEO or senior executive, preferably in a high-growth startup or technology company
  • Must be based in or willing to relocate to Menlo Park, CA and work onsite 5 days per week
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to anticipate needs, solve problems quickly, and operate with minimal direction
  • Experience managing complex calendars and coordinating across multiple time zones
  • High level of professionalism, discretion, and emotional intelligence
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-changing startup environment
  • Proficiency with modern productivity tools (Google Workspace, Slack, Notion, etc.)
  • Flexibility and willingness to support personal and lifestyle tasks as needed
Bonus Points
  • Experience supporting a CEO or founder at a venture-backed startup
  • Exposure to board and investor relations processes
  • Experience coordinating global travel and cross-time-zone scheduling
  • Interest in startups, technology, or the future of work
  • Experience balancing both executive-level and personal assistant responsibilities

Know More About Workstream

Additional Information 

Workstream provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. 

We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Personal and Executive Assistant to the CEO position at workstream?
The salary for this Personal and Executive Assistant to the CEO role at workstream is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Personal and Executive Assistant to the CEO position at workstream located?
This Personal and Executive Assistant to the CEO role at workstream is based in Menlo Park. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Personal and Executive Assistant to the CEO at workstream belong to?
This Personal and Executive Assistant to the CEO position is part of the General department at workstream. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Personal and Executive Assistant to the CEO position at workstream?
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When was the Personal and Executive Assistant to the CEO job at workstream posted?
This Personal and Executive Assistant to the CEO position at workstream was posted on Aug 25, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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