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Full-Time

Executive Assistant

Posted on 8/5/2024

Smartsheet

Smartsheet

1,001-5,000 employees

Cloud-based work management and automation software

Consulting
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$72.5k - $98.8kAnnually

+ Incentive Opportunity + RSU Stock Grant

Senior, Expert

Bellevue, WA, USA

Category
Executive Support
Administrative & Executive Assistance
Required Skills
Communications
Unity
Requirements
  • 5+ years of relevant experience as an Executive Assistant or similar role.
  • Skills to wrangle chaos into order, managing schedules, calendars, and tasks. You are very comfortable using tools like Smartsheet, Gmail, Google Calendar, Google for Work and Microsoft Office applications.
  • From phone calls to emails, your communication skills are top-notch, ensuring smooth interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
  • You don't wait for issues to arise; you anticipate needs and take preemptive action to keep things running smoothly. You leave no stone unturned, catching the tiniest of details and ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.
  • You understand the importance of discretion and handle sensitive or confidential information with the utmost care and professionalism.
  • Collaboration is your modus operandi. You work seamlessly with colleagues, fostering a culture of unity and success. You're committed to serving both your team and the organization with excellence.
  • Whether it's planning events, managing projects, or coordinating travel, you're ready to tackle any challenge thrown your way, bringing a creative approach to work with a willingness to innovate and continuously improve.
  • You’re able to work independently, demonstrate good personal judgment, and effectively handle tasks under pressure. In a fast-paced environment, you're flexible and able to flow with whatever comes your way.
  • You work with individuals inside and outside Smartsheet in a way consistent with our values and commitment to service.
Responsibilities
  • Dive deep into the inner workings of our business and key partnerships, providing invaluable strategic support to our engineering leadership.
  • Commandeer communications and calendars with finesse, ensuring our product & engineering leaders stay on track and connected.
  • Be the mastermind behind both virtual and in-person team events, ensuring every gathering is a hit.
  • Forge strong bonds with team members and fellow executive assistants, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
  • Collaborate closely with our product & engineering teams, amplifying their vision with your operational prowess.
  • Keep the engine running smoothly by supporting the day-to-day operations of team events, meetings, and programs.
  • Innovate and optimize multiple work processes owned by our product & engineering team, driving efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Take charge of expense reports and corporate credit cards for our product and engineering, ensuring everything stays on budget.
  • Craft meticulously detailed travel plans and itineraries for our product and engineering leaders and esteemed guests, leaving no stone unturned.

Smartsheet provides work management and automation solutions through its cloud-based platform. Users can create, share, and manage workflows and projects, with the ability to customize their solutions to fit specific needs. The platform integrates with other popular applications, enhancing its functionality for businesses of all sizes. Unlike many competitors, Smartsheet offers a subscription-based model with various pricing tiers, making it accessible for both small businesses and large enterprises. The company's goal is to help organizations improve efficiency and productivity by providing comprehensive support and learning resources, ensuring users can fully utilize the platform.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$149.8M

Headquarters

Bellevue, Washington

Founded

2005

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

6%

2 year growth

16%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Significant investments from entities like Capstone Investment Advisors and Vanderbilt University indicate strong market confidence in Smartsheet's growth potential.
  • The appointment of experienced leaders like Jo Deal and Max Long suggests a strategic focus on enhancing organizational culture and go-to-market strategies.
  • Smartsheet's subscription-based model ensures a steady revenue stream, allowing continuous investment in platform improvements and innovation.

What critics are saying

  • The departure of co-founder Brent Frei and recent layoffs may signal internal instability and potential challenges in maintaining company culture.
  • Drastic shifts in market demand, as cited in recent layoffs, could impact Smartsheet's ability to sustain its growth trajectory.

What makes Smartsheet unique

  • Smartsheet's platform is highly customizable, allowing businesses to tailor workflows and projects to their specific needs, unlike more rigid competitors.
  • The seamless integration with other popular apps and platforms enhances Smartsheet's functionality, making it a versatile tool for improving business efficiency.
  • Smartsheet's comprehensive support and learning resources, including Smartsheet University, provide users with the skills and knowledge to maximize the platform's potential.

Benefits

Health and wellness benefits - From sick days to mental health services, we support you. We provide company-sponsored comprehensive healthcare coverage and well-being benefit programs so you can take care of your whole self.

Time away - We want you to find time for what matters to you. We offer a variety of programs so you can recharge and reconnect, including paid time off for company holidays, vacation, volunteering, military leave, and parental bonding.

An investment in your future - We help you plan for the dreams you’re working toward. We offer every employee competitive pay, retirement contributions, stock awards, and an employee stock purchase program.

Perks and discounts - It's the details that make life easier. From discount programs and an allowance for work-related expenses, to medical concierge (U.S. only) and caregiver services, we help set you up for success both at work and outside of it.

An inclusive environment - We strive to foster a culture of belonging that is rooted in respect for all people. We believe that by celebrating diversity of voices and experiences, and by creating equitable opportunities for our team, customers, and communities, we enable people to do and be their best.

Continuous learning - We know that when you’re growing, so are we. That's why we provide opportunities to develop on the job through internal mobility, virtual learning, and a variety of development programs.

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