Executive Partner - CRO

Executive Partner to the CRO



This role functions as a true extension of executive judgment. It requires enterprise-level thinking, board and investor interface readiness, and the ability to drive cross-functional follow-through on behalf of the most senior leaders in the organization. The Executive Partner is not defined by seniority - it is earned by scope.




ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS / DUTIES



• Architect and manage the executive's full operating rhythm - applying strategic judgment to balance competing priorities and manage inbound with precision



• Serve as primary point of contact for board members, investors, and senior external stakeholders on behalf of the executive



• Coordinate full board and committee materials - managing timelines, confidentiality, and distribution with the highest standards



• Navigate enterprise power structures and advise on stakeholder approach; manage sensitive organizational dynamics



• Manage complex domestic and international travel with end-to-end ownership



• Drive cross-functional follow-through on executive priorities - proactively surfacing risks and translating insight into action



• Represent the executive's perspective and values across the organization; model leadership standards within the admin community



• Champion adoption of new tools and AI capabilities across the admin community; serve as a resource for best practices



• Manage the highest-level confidential information across board, legal, financial, and organizational matters



• Lead or support special projects and strategic initiatives at executive direction



• Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures



• Perform other duties as assigned




TECHNICAL SKILLS



• Full mastery of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)



• Board management and document coordination platforms



• Advanced travel and expense management (Concur or equivalent)



• Virtual meeting and collaboration platforms (Zoom, Teams, Webex)



• Advanced project tracking and workflow tools



• Champions AI tool adoption across the admin community; elevates tool fluency across peers




SOFT / LEADERSHIP SKILLS



• Executive leverage - acts as a true extension of executive judgment



• Strategic thinking - understands enterprise priorities; surfaces risks proactively



• Enterprise stakeholder navigation - advises on approach; manages sensitive dynamics



• Board and investor readiness - highest-level confidentiality and external interface



• Leadership influence - models leadership standards; represents executive perspective and values organization-wide



• Org intelligence - understands power structures, interpersonal dynamics, and cross-functional interdependencies



• Exceptional written and verbal communication



• Composure, discretion, and sound judgment under pressure




EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE



• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, or related field preferred



• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive experience in executive support, with at least 3-5 years supporting C-Suite or President-level leaders



• Demonstrated experience interfacing with boards, investors, or external governance bodies



• Experience in a large, complex, matrixed enterprise environment



• Bilingual capability (English + global language) strongly preferred



• Track record of operating with the highest levels of confidentiality and independent judgment




LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS



• None required; certifications in executive administration, project management, or business communication preferred




SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES



• Individual contributor; no direct reports - but expected to model and influence standards across the admin community