Lead Executive Assistant, OpenGov
$130-160k
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Cloud ERP software for the public sector
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Cloud ERP software for the public sector
501-1000 employees
Be an early applicant
$130-160k
OTE
OTE salary shown includes a portion of variable compensation that is earned based on company and individual performance
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To power more effective and accountable government.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 8+ years of experience as a trusted Executive Assistant supporting C-level executives in high-growth or complex environments (preferably in tech/SaaS)
- Demonstrated ability to manage executive operations at scale, exercising seasoned judgment and navigating ambiguity
- Proven success influencing across senior levels and handling sensitive, high-stakes situations with discretion and integrity
- Strong communication skills and executive presence; able to engage confidently across all levels
- High emotional intelligence, professional maturity, and sound judgment
- Technically adept; proficient in Google Workspace, Slack, Zoom, and modern productivity tools
- Strong project management skills; able to anticipate, follow through, and problem-solve independently
- Operates with discretion, reliability, and integrity at all times
- Resourceful, proactive, and results-oriented; thrives in a culture of ownership and accountability
- Brings calm and clarity when navigating ambiguity or change
- Meticulous attention to detail and a strong drive to exceed expectations
- A true partner—collaborative, curious, and deeply committed to team success
- Willing and able to work off-hours or weekends as needed to support key initiatives
- A dependable team player who steps in wherever needed to drive impact
What the job involves
- We are seeking a dynamic and highly trusted Lead Executive Assistant to provide high-level, strategic support to our President and Chief Operating Officer
- This role is mission-critical to the rhythm and effectiveness of our executive team and demands exceptional judgment, foresight, grit, and strong business acumen
- As the right hand to the President and COO, you will act as an extension of the executive’s leadership style, communication, and priorities
- You will own complex calendaring, drive cross-functional coordination, and manage key administrative processes
- You will work in close partnership with the Chief of Staff to the COO, aligning on priorities, communications, decision making, and planning to maximize executive effectiveness
- Moreover, you will be a key contributor toward coordinating with cross-functional executive assistants and Executive Leadership
- This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role at the heart of a fast-paced, high-growth SaaS company, supporting a leader who values clarity, trust, discretion, and excellence
- Manage and optimize the President and COO’s complex calendar, ensuring time, focus, and energy are aligned with the highest-impact priorities
- Own and optimize all travel logistics, including visas, agendas, and itineraries, for both domestic and international travel
- Prepare, synthesize, and review executive-level materials, including board documents, strategic briefings, and confidential communications
- Track and follow up on action items across internal and external stakeholders
- Represent the executive office with clarity, poise, and credibility across internal and external stakeholders
- Partner with the Chief of Staff to the COO to drive executive cadence, operational planning, prepare for key meetings, and ensure alignment across functions
- Lead cross-functional coordination among executive assistants, Chiefs of Staff, and department leaders to ensure smooth operating rhythms, aligned decision-making, and effective facilitation of leadership team cadences, quarterly planning cycles, and executive offsites
- Surface and resolve operational gaps through collaboration, influence, and creative problem-solving
- Maintain visibility into executive-level priorities and ensure executive alignment across functions
- Navigate complex administrative processes including expense management, contract routing, signature tracking, and confidential documentation
- Ensure administrative systems and processes are continuously improved and adapted to support executive scale and complexity
- Serve as a mentor and point of escalation for other executive assistants when needed
- Occasionally manage personal appointments, corporate gifting, and family travel
- Support executive-led events, including strategic offsites, board meetings, and key leadership forums
- Coordinate seamlessly with internal stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of high-profile engagements
Our take
As the world digitizes, governments must innovate their operations in order to deliver the highest standard of service. OpenGov offers cloud software products to help governments manage performance, improve budgeting, and visualize operational intelligence, as well as providing comprehensive open data.
OpenGov is the leader in local government software. Its cloud-based products, which aided a number of public agencies through the pandemic, include citizen services, procurement, budgeting and planning capabilities - made comprehensive by a series of strategic acquisitions. The company's coherent and integrated software solution significantly reduces the stress on government systems, allowing them to work smarter and better for their citizens.
OpenGov serves over 1,600 governments across the US, and continues to secure new clients. It also has made several partnerships towards improving its range of services which will enable it to remain a powerful tool for governments wishing to digitally transform.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
10% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 8 rounds)
Feb 2022
$50m
LATE VC
Oct 2021
$50m
LATE VC
Total funding: $228m
Company benefits
- Work from anywhere
- Unlimited vacation
- Mission-driven colleagues
- World-class healthcare
- Professional development
Company HQ
Trinidad, San Jose, CA
Leadership
Zachary Bookman
(CEO)Prior to co-founding OpenGov, was a Principal for Formation 8 and a Special Advisor with ISAF in Afghanistan, focusing on rule of law and governance.
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