Verkada is transforming how organizations protect their people and places with an integrated, AI-powered platform. A leader in cloud physical security, Verkada helps organizations strengthen safety and efficiency through one connected software platform that includes solutions for video security, access control, air quality sensors, alarms, intercoms, and visitor management.
Over 30,000 organizations worldwide, including more than 100+ companies in the Fortune 500, trust Verkada as their physical security layer for easier management, intelligent control, and scalable deployments. Founded in 2016, Verkada has expanded rapidly with 15 offices and 2,200+ full-time employees.
We are looking for a dynamic and hardworking Executive Assistant to join our Sales Operations organization providing direct support for our VP of Sales Strategy and Operations. As an Executive Assistant, you will play a pivotal role not only in keeping the organization running smoothly and efficiently, but inspiring morale and team building. You will have the opportunity to partner directly with the leadership team to ensure that the day-to-day operations and schedules are accounted for and in motion. In addition, this person will lead the planning and coordinating of team events.
Please note that this role is on-site at HQ in San Mateo, CA, not remote or hybrid.
What You'll Do- Manage calendars in a proactive and thoughtful manner for our VP.
- Execute on internal events in tandem with the VP and his leadership team (i.e. conferences, speaking engagements, team building).
- Own agenda for VP’s leadership meetings, weekly updates, all hands, etc.
- Be our VP’s eyes and ears on team morale and culture internally.
- Quarterback special projects associated with our executive and leadership team.
- Manage travel & expedite expense reports.
- Collaborate cohesively with other members of the administrative support team.
- Have fun and enjoy your contribution to growing an exciting company!
- High hustle and willingness to dive in.
- Bachelor’s Degree with strong academic achievement.
- 4-7 years of Executive Assistant experience to executive stakeholders within tech.
- Ability to manage multiple calendars in tandem. Preference for executive level coordinating and event planning experience.
- Attention to detail, coupled with creative problem solving and superior communication skills.
- Proactive mindset to handle regular activities without prompting, and advise in advance of potential issues.
- Track record of accomplishment in all previous roles.
- Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to navigate and flourish in a fast-paced, start-up environment.
- Proficient using Google G-Suite
Verkada is committed to fostering a workplace environment that prioritizes the holistic health and wellbeing of our employees and their families by offering comprehensive wellness perks, benefits, and resources. Our benefits and perks programs include, but are not limited to:
- Healthcare programs that can be tailored to meet the personal health and financial well-being needs - Premiums are 100% covered for the employee under at least one plan and 80% for family premiums under all plans
- Nationwide medical, vision and dental coverage
- Health Saving Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with tax saving options
- Expanded mental health support
- Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits
- Time off to relax and recharge through our paid holidays, firmwide extended holidays, flexible PTO and personal sick time
- Professional development stipend
- Wellness/fitness benefits
- Healthy lunches provided daily
- Commuter benefits
- You must be independently authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role, at this time.
Pay Disclosure
At Verkada, we want to attract and retain the best employees, and compensate them in a way that appropriately and fairly values their individual contribution to the company. With that in mind, we carefully consider a number of factors to determine the appropriate starting pay for an employee, including their primary work location and an assessment of a candidate’s skills and experience, as well as market demands and internal parity. This estimate can vary based on the factors described above, so the actual starting base pay may be above or below this range. Base pay is also just one component of Verkada’s total rewards package. A Verkada employee may be eligible for additional forms of compensation, depending on their role, including sales incentives, discretionary bonuses, and/or equity in the company in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).
As an equal opportunity employer, Verkada is committed to providing employment opportunities to all individuals. All applicants for positions at Verkada will be treated without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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