Job Description

Leapcure empowers diverse patient communities to accelerate research. With the most powerful network of patient advocates, we match thousands of the most engaged patient advocacy groups to clinical trials. We've already saved over 60 years of research across 42 countries and played part in saving thousands of lives in 2020 with our COVID-19 work.

The Executive Assistant to the CEO is a strategic role designed to amplify the CEO’s impact, presence, and effectiveness. This role emphasizes thoughtful anticipation of needs, alignment with Leapcure’s core values, and managing resources strategically to help the CEO excel in critical professional engagements, including podcasting, public speaking, and stakeholder relationships. The ideal candidate approaches their role with openness, adaptability, and a genuine understanding of how to support an executive in maintaining a holistic balance of energy and focus.

Some of the key activities will include:

• Strategic Calendar & Resource Management: Proactively manage and optimize the CEO’s schedule, ensuring dedicated space for strategic initiatives, personal growth, and flexibility to respond to emerging priorities.
• Preparation & Energy Enablement: Support the CEO in preparing strategically, mentally, and logistically for high-impact engagements, including speaking appearances, meetings, podcast episodes, and events.
• Executive-Level Communication: Produce thoughtful, professional written communications and presentations that reflect and amplify the CEO’s voice and strategic intent.
• Stakeholder Relationship Support: Thoughtfully cultivate and manage interactions with key stakeholders, ensuring they experience Leapcure’s values in action through the CEO’s interactions.
• Podcast & Thought Leadership Coordination: Facilitate high-quality podcasting and public engagements through proactive planning, guest coordination, research, and follow-up.
• Personal & Professional Development Support: Enable routines and practices that enhance the CEO’s ongoing personal growth, wellness, and professional effectiveness.

Experience requirements:

• At least 5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, including 3+ years directly supporting a CEO or senior executive.
• Proven track record of proactively anticipating executive needs, effectively managing strategic priorities, and supporting an executive's holistic performance.
• Exceptional written communication skills; a background in PR, journalism, or executive communications is highly valued.
• Strong emotional intelligence, openness to feedback, and adaptability in dynamic environments.
• Experience in high-growth or technology-oriented organizations is strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting podcasting or public engagements is beneficial.
• Familiarity with biotech or healthcare sectors is advantageous, though not mandatory.
• Educational or professional experience in psychology, human behavior, or performance optimization is a plus.

Why This Role Matters

This role directly contributes to Leapcure’s strategic growth by empowering the CEO to consistently operate at peak effectiveness. The right candidate will have an exceptional opportunity to create lasting impact, strategically enable high-value relationships, and influence the organization’s trajectory through thoughtful support and partnership.

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