Executive Assistant to the Co-Founders, Arondite
+ Generous equity in EMI share options in a well-funded and growing startup
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AI and autonomous sytems for the defence sector
Be an early applicant
AI and autonomous sytems for the defence sector
21-100 employees
Be an early applicant
+ Generous equity in EMI share options in a well-funded and growing startup
More information about location
21-100 employees
Company mission
To build the next generation of AI and autonomous systems for customers solving the world's most challenging and important frontier problems.
Role
Who you are
- This role demands someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and can anticipate needs while managing competing priorities with grace and efficiency
- Experience as an EA, PA, or similar administrative role
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Comfortable working in a fast-moving, high-pressure environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Able to work independently and anticipate needs
- A high level of discretion and professionalism
- We believe in working closely with defence customers. As a result, this role will require the individual to hold a clearance or be willing to undergo UK security vetting to Security Check (SC) or above. This normally requires having continuous residency in the UK for at least 5 years
Desirable
- Experience in a startup or defence-related environment
- Interest in geopolitics or international affairs
- Basic understanding of finance and legal processes
What the job involves
- We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to our co-founders
- This is a fast-paced, mission-critical role requiring discretion, initiative, and exceptional attention to detail
- You'll be instrumental in ensuring our leadership team can focus on driving the company forward while maintaining seamless operations across all business functions
- As an EA, you will serve as a trusted partner to the co-founders and a key liaison between leadership and internal/external stakeholders
- Provide high-level administrative support to the co-founders
- Manage complex calendars, scheduling meetings across multiple time zones
- Coordinate travel arrangements including flights, visas, accommodation, and itineraries
- Monitor and manage inboxes, prioritising emails and ensuring timely responses
- Track follow-ups and help ensure tasks and decisions don't fall through the cracks
- Prepare briefing documents, agendas, and follow-ups for meetings
- Handle confidential information with discretion
- Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders on behalf of leadership
- Support with expense tracking, reporting, and basic finance admin
- Assist in organising company events and off-sites
- Take ownership of ad hoc projects and tasks as needed
Application process
- Generally, our interview process is comprised of the following stages:
- CV submission with initial questions
- Introductory Teams call (30 mins)
- Short assessment (remote, 20 mins)
- In-person interview (1 hours)
- Final interview with one of Arondite’s Founders (30 mins)
Salary benchmarks
Our take
Arondite confronts the danger posed by landmines, a persistent threat in conflict-ridden regions worldwide. Traditional demining methods are often slow, costly, and perilous, risking the lives of deminers.
To address this critical issue, Arondite pioneers AI-enhanced solutions tailored for defense applications. Its demining service utilises drones equipped with specialised sensors, leveraging AI to detect and safely dispose of landmines.
By combining advanced technology with innovative approaches, Arondite aims to revolutionise the demining process, offering a safer and more efficient alternative to conventional methods. Through its dedication to harnessing AI for humanitarian purposes, Arondite seeks to mitigate the devastating impact of landmines, contributing to global efforts towards peace and security. Seed funding awarded in 2025 exemplifies the growing interest in scalable AI defence solutions, as Arondite seeks to expand its operations.
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Company benefits
- The opportunity to work with world-class engineers on a wide range of technologies
- Free training and education to quickly fill knowledge gaps
- The best resources and equipment required to do your job
- Exposure to working closely with customers on real problems
- Free meals and snacks in the office
- 7% employer pension contribution
- Employee Stock Options for everyone, so we all have a stake in the company’s growth
- Relocation support
Company HQ
Westminster, London, UK
Leadership
Will Blyth
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously served in the British Army for 12 years. They then moved on to work as a Defence Strategy Lead at Panatir Technologies and in Partnerships & Programmes at Helsing before co-founding Arondite in December 2023.
Rob Underhill
(Co-Founder & CTO)Graduated from the University of Cambridge with a Master's in Electronic Engineering. They previously served as the Head of Product at Garrison Technology and as a Lead Engineer at BAE Systems Applied Intelligence.
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