Senior Executive Assistant

The Senior Executive Assistant will support the R&D organization and other executives across Algolia as needed, maximizing executive effectiveness through operational excellence, strong prioritization, and clear communication.

This role operates in a fast-paced, technical environment where success is measured not only by execution, but by enabling leaders to focus on the highest-impact work. The ideal candidate brings exceptional judgment, thrives in ambiguity, anticipates needs before they arise, and serves as a trusted partner to executive leaders. While the role includes traditional executive support responsibilities, it also plays an important role in improving team operations, supporting leadership cadences, and helping leaders leverage tools, automation, and efficient ways of working. The core purpose of this role is to own executive operations with a high level of quality, judgment, reliability, and discretion.

Your Role Will Consist Of

Complex Calendar & Priority Management

• Own and optimize highly complex calendars across multiple executives, balancing competing technical and business priorities
• Make high-judgment decisions regarding time allocation, ensuring leaders remain focused on the highest-impact work
• Anticipate conflicts, proactively resolve scheduling challenges, and protect executive focus time
• Ensure meetings are purposeful, well-prepared, and aligned to clear outcomes
• Partner with leaders to continuously improve how time is spent and prioritized

Executive Support & Partnership

• Build strong working relationships with executives to understand priorities, preferences, and operating styles
• Provide reliable, detail-oriented support that enables leaders to operate efficiently and effectively
• Anticipate needs and proactively address operational gaps
• Develop a strong understanding of organizational goals, roadma