EA to Founder

About this role

Our client is an ambitious early-stage nuclear energy startup headquartered in Austin, Texas, focused on designing next-generation reactors for power generation. Led by an inspiring Founder & CEO, the company was born from a deep understanding of global energy markets and a conviction that nuclear energy will play a critical role in solving the long-term imbalance between energy demand and supply. This is a rare opportunity to join a highly entrepreneurial, mission-driven business at an exceptionally exciting stage of growth. The environment is collaborative, fast-paced, and hands-on, with a small team working closely together to build a category-defining company from the ground up. The Opportunity This is a newly created role and an opportunity for a highly capable Executive Assistant to become a true partner to the CEO within an intense, high-growth startup environment. The position will play a critical role in enabling the CEO to remain focused on scaling the business, while helping bring structure, organization, and operational support across day-to-day activities. The successful candidate will thrive in entrepreneurial environments, possess outstanding judgment, and bring a calm, proactive, and solutions-oriented approach to everything they do. Key Responsibilities Executive Support Manage highly complex and ever-changing calendars, schedules, and priorities for the CEO Coordinate frequent domestic and international travel arrangements, itineraries, accommodations, and logistics Oversee inbox management, communication flow, and prioritization of incoming requests Provide seamless day-to-day administrative support to maximize efficiency and productivity Offer light support to an additional Chief Officer as required Operations & Coordination Assist with office coordination and operational support within a collaborative startup environment Support ad hoc projects, research tasks, and wider business administration as needed Help establish and improve processes, systems, and ways of working as the business scales Work closely with the wider team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations across the company Candidate Profile Comfortable operating within fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and high-growth environments Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple urgent priorities simultaneously Strong judgment and problem-solving skills, with the confidence to think critically and proactively Resilient, grounded, and calm under pressure within an intense and rapidly evolving environment Highly adaptable, and willing to support wherever needed Exceptional communication skills with a high level of professionalism and discretion Long-term mindset with a genuine interest in helping build and scale a growing business Benefits Medical insurance 401(k) Opportunity to join a mission-driven business at an early stage and play a meaningful role in its long-term growth and success This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious Executive Assistant seeking a highly involved role at the heart of a pioneering company shaping the future of energy.

Spans the transition from professional practitioner to operational contributor. Expect a mix of structured process management and cross-functional coordination — good for those developing toward a more senior position.