Full-Time

Executive Assistant

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Signal

Signal

51-200 employees

Privacy-focused messaging platform with encryption

Consumer Software
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$120k - $140kAnnually

+ 20% Bonus Potential

Entry, Junior

United States

Mostly remote with some in-person work and travel required; must maintain Eastern Time zone work hours.

Category
Executive Support
Administrative & Executive Assistance
Administrative Support
Scheduling & Travel Coordination
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  • Exceptional ability to execute reliably, solve problems proactively, pay close attention to details, and prioritize time and tasks
  • Ability to learn and adapt to new software and technologies
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite applications
  • Excellent English verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Maintain high discretion and confidentiality regarding personal, financial, and sensitive information
  • Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced, dynamic, and remote work environment
  • Resilience to navigate competing priorities and constant change
Responsibilities
  • Act as a liaison between the executive, other employees, and external partners and collaborators to help build and maintain strong relationships.
  • Assist the President in problem-solving, decision-making, and prioritizing tasks.
  • Attend meetings, take notes, and distill down the key takeaways, action items, and follow-ups for the President.
  • Handle incoming and outgoing communication on behalf of the President, including placing phone calls, drafting emails, managing the email inbox, and other inquiries.
  • Conduct research, gather and analyze data, prepare reports or presentations, and provide recommendations or alternative solutions to help inform decision-making and strategic planning.
  • Manage the President's professional and personal calendar, including scheduling, rescheduling, and prioritizing appointments and meetings.
  • Provide general administrative support to the President, such as managing expenses, minor accounting duties, processing invoices, and handling any other administrative tasks as required.
  • Scan, organize, and maintain electronic documents, files, and records, ensuring information is accurate, up-to-date, and easily accessible.
  • Assist with planning and organizing professional events, including interfacing with agencies, coordinating guest lists, managing invitations, securing venues, arranging decorations, and overseeing logistics.
  • Plan, manage, and iterate very complex travel schedules for the team
  • Ensuring all necessary travel documents are in order and necessary arrangements are made.
  • Enter and manage tasks using a variety of digital tools like G-Drive, and browser-based calendars, on behalf of the President.
  • Maintain confidentiality and discretion in handling professional and personal sensitive information, documents, and discussions within and outside the organization.

Signal provides a messaging platform that prioritizes user privacy through end-to-end encryption. This means that messages and calls made through Signal are secure and can only be accessed by the intended recipients, ensuring that even Signal cannot read users' messages. The platform includes features like voice and video calls, group chats, and encrypted stickers, all available without long-distance charges. What sets Signal apart from its competitors is its nonprofit status, which allows it to operate independently without the influence of major tech companies. It does not rely on advertising or user tracking for revenue; instead, it is funded by grants and donations from users and supporters. The goal of Signal is to offer a secure and private communication service for individuals and groups who value their privacy.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$48.6M

Headquarters

Indianapolis, Indiana

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

11%

2 year growth

30%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Signal's strong focus on privacy has garnered support from high-profile figures like Edward Snowden and Elon Musk, enhancing its credibility.
  • The introduction of usernames to keep phone numbers private demonstrates Signal's ongoing commitment to user privacy and innovation.
  • Operating as a nonprofit allows Signal to prioritize user interests over profit, potentially leading to higher user trust and loyalty.

What critics are saying

  • Signal's reliance on donations and grants for funding may limit its financial stability and ability to scale.
  • The removal of Signal from app stores in countries like China due to government orders can restrict its user base and growth potential.

What makes Signal unique

  • Signal's nonprofit status and reliance on donations set it apart from competitors who monetize through ads and data selling.
  • The platform's commitment to end-to-end encryption ensures that even Signal cannot access user data, a level of privacy not always guaranteed by other messaging apps.
  • Signal's independence from major tech companies prevents it from being influenced or acquired, maintaining its focus on user privacy.

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Benefits

Remote work flexibility

Healthcare, vision, and dental

401(k)