Executive Assistant to CRO & NYC Office Assistant

Responsibilities include: Calendar Management Manage a high-volume, constantly shifting calendar Reprioritize proactively based on business impact Protect focus time while ensuring critical meetings happen Travel & Logistics Coordinate domestic and international travel Build efficient itineraries and manage end-to-end logistics Inbox & Communication Management Triage communications and draft responses when appropriate Maintain a high bar for clarity and tone Meeting Preparation Coordinate agendas, materials, and logistics Ensure meetings are prepared and productive Track follow-ups and close loops Gatekeeping & Prioritization Act as a thoughtful filter for incoming requests Help ensure leadership attention stays on the highest-impact work Personal & Life Coordination Supporting sustained leadership performance requires visibility across both professional and personal commitments. You will: Maintain awareness of both professional and personal calendars Track important commitments and events Protect pre-agreed personal and family time Coordinate reservations, services, and light personal logistics when needed This work requires discretion, emotional intelligence, and strong judgment. The goal is simple: nothing important falls through the cracks. NYC Office Experience You will also help ensure the New York office runs smoothly and feels like a great place to work. This includes: Office Operations Coordinate office supplies, vendors, and daily logistics Support onboarding logistics for new hires Manage access, equipment setup, and basic workplace infrastructure Hospitality & Environment Maintain a stocked kitchen with snacks, drinks, coffee, and fruit Coordinate lunch programs and office deliveries Greet visitors and ensure guests feel welcomed Help organize team lunches and occasional office gatherings This isn’t facilities management. It’s creating an environment where a high-performing team can do its best work. Sometimes that means solving small operational problems quickly — and taking pride in the details that make an office feel cared for. AI-Driven Efficiency AI fluency is a core capability for this role. We expect this role to actively use AI tools to create efficiency across both your workflow and the CRO’s. Examples include: Drafting communications or meeting summaries Automating repetitive operational tasks Streamlining scheduling, travel planning, or documentation Identifying new tools or workflows that reduce friction The expectation is not just to use AI tools — but to continually identify opportunities to work smarter and faster. Traits of Strong Candidates Strong candidates for this role tend to share several characteristics: Operator Mindset You don’t just manage tasks — you manage systems. High Agency You notice problems and solve them without waiting for direction. Calm Under Pressure You can handle constant change without losing control. Detail Oriented You notice small things others miss and close loops quickly. Strong Judgment You know when to escalate, when to solve independently, and when to protect leadership time. Hospitality Mindset You take pride in environments where people feel welcomed and supported. AI Curious You enjoy experimenting with tools that improve efficiency and productivity. This Role May Not Be a Fit If You prefer predictable days with minimal context switching You see operational or office tasks as beneath you You prefer waiting for direction rather than stepping in proactively You are primarily looking for a traditional administrative role This role requires ownership, speed, judgment, and flexibility. What Success Looks Like Within 6 Months The CRO’s time and logistics run smoothly The office operates seamlessly day-to-day Employees and visitors consistently feel taken care of Within 12 Months Leadership relies on you as a true operational partner Workplace experience feels intentional rather than reactive You’ve helped shape how Laurel operates day-to-day Logistics Location: New York City (in office) Travel: Occasional travel with the CRO

Compensation: Competitive salary +

benefits Why Laurel Laurel is building technology that helps professionals reclaim time and focus on meaningful work. We’re intentional about how we scale and serious about supporting our team as humans, not just headcount. This role sits at the operational center of leadership and workplace experience — ensuring our leaders stay focused on the work that matters most while our team operates in an environment designed to support them every day.

Why join Laurel: To date, we've secured significant funding from renowned venture capitalists (Google Ventures, IVP, Anthos, Upfront Ventures), as well as notable individuals like Marc Benioff, Gokul Rajaram, Kevin Weil, and Alexis Ohanian A smart, fun, collaborative, and inclusive team Great employee

benefits, including equity and 401K Bi-annual, in-person company off-sites, in unique locations, to grow and share time with

the team An opportunity to perform at your best while growing, making a meaningful impact on the company's trajectory, and embodying our core values: understanding your "why," dancing in the rain, being your whole self, and sanctifying time We encourage diverse perspectives and rigorous thinkers who aren't afraid to challenge the status quo. Laurel is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We are not able to support visa sponsorship or relocation assistance. If you think you'd be a good fit for this role, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t perfectly match all the bullet points in the job description. At Laurel, we strive to create an inclusive culture that encourages people from all walks of life to bring their unique, diverse perspectives to work. Every day, we aim to build an environment that empowers us all to do the best work of our careers, and we can't wait to show you what we have to offer!

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