Executive Assistant

At Sonder, we believe that every person deserves to feel safe, supported, and empowered to be at their best - wherever they are. That’s why we’re redefining workplace health, safety, and wellbeing through a seamless blend of technology and human expertise. Sonder’s mobile platform provides 24/7, real-time support fr...

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Since our founding in 2017, Sonder has experienced rapid growth, expanding operations across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK. Backed by Australia’s leading venture capital firms, Seek and Blackbird, we are well-capitalised and on a mission to scale globally, partnering with corporations, educational institutions,...

The Executive Assistant as Sonder is a key partner to the CEO, providing reliable and professional support to ensure time, priorities, and operations are managed efficiently. You will also support the wider Executive Team, coordinating critical tasks and reducing administrative load to help leaders focus on what matters most.
To succeed in this role, you’ll bring deep experience supporting senior executives, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to stay composed under pressure. You’ll be highly proficient in Google Workspace, confident in preparing polished board-level presentations, and comfortable using modern tools, including AI, to deliver efficient, high-quality outcomes.
Manage and optimise complex calendars, balancing competing priorities across the CEO and Executive Team.
Coordinate high-stakes meetings, board sessions, investor interactions, and external engagements with precision.
Draft, edit, and refine executive communications, reports, and board-level presentations to the highest professional standard.
Anticipate challenges, resolve scheduling conflicts, and streamline workflows to maximise executive efficiency.
Plan and execute domestic and international travel and events, ensuring seamless itineraries and logistics.
Leverage digital and AI tools to enhance research, automate tasks, and deliver efficient, data-driven outputs.
Uphold absolute discretion in handling sensitive matters and confidential information.
Provide personal support to the CEO, ensuring professional and personal commitments are coordinated effectively.

The ideal candidate has a growth mindset and is passionate, self-motivated, and takes pride in producing high-quality work every day. Above all else, you - the ideal candidate - will embody the Sonder values and love working in a fast-paced, dynamic workplace.
10+ years of experience supporting C-suite leaders, with expertise across calendar management, executive communications, and board engagement.
Proven ability to deliver professional support to CEOs and senior executives while also balancing personal assistance with discretion and care.
Experience providing coordination and operational support to Executive Teams, helping them focus on strategic initiatives.
Advanced proficiency with Google Workspace, PowerPoint, and modern productivity platforms, plus demonstrated use of AI tools to drive efficiency and quality.
Exceptional written and verbal communication, producing concise and compelling outputs for board, investor, and external audiences.
A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset, anticipating needs, identifying improvements, and acting before being asked.
High resilience and adaptability, thriving under pressure and navigating shifting priorities with composure.
A collaborative, trusted partner approach, with the judgment and discretion to manage sensitive information and complex dynamics.