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Salary: USD 180,000 - 225,000 / annual
Y Combinator, the leading startup accelerator, is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support two General Partners. You will manage their calendars, coordinate internal and external meetings, and use YC's internal software to facilitate communications with founders and portfolio companies.
Key responsibilities include:
- Calendar management and scheduling for internal and external meetings, optimizing the General Partners' time and preventing conflicts
- Planning, executing, and attending events ranging from 20 to 500+ attendees at the YC office and other locations
- Coordinating domestic and international travel and events, including college tours
- Managing ad hoc tasks proactively and expeditiously
- Cross-functional collaboration with other YC team members
- Writing projects as assigned
- Thoughtful use of AI tools to improve daily processes and efficiency
You must be available for evening events and occasional weekend work, though hours are flexible to accommodate time outside standard office hours. This role offers a unique vantage point into the startup ecosystem and direct exposure to founders and the YC community.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter comfortable working independently, curious about startups, and interested in meeting the entrepreneurs who build them. You'll work from the Dogpatch office in San Francisco at least three days per week, with additional in-person availability as needed.
Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant or in an operations/support role
- Ability to support multiple executives with different leadership styles
- Strong verbal and written communication skills (writing ability valued especially highly)
- Excellent organizational, project management, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities
- Friendly demeanor and familiarity with startups
- Must reside in the San Francisco Bay Area
- No visa sponsorship available
