Personal Assistant to the CEO

About Us

At Nisje, we build brands and businesses that combine timeless design with clear thinking. We value simplicity over jargon, purpose over process, and people who take initiative over those who wait to be told what to do. Our work is uncompromising in quality but straightforward in approach. That requires the same from our people.

The Opportunity

You believe that executive support doesn't have to be bureaucratic or reactive. You understand that thoughtful structure can free up creative and strategic energy. You see your role as a trusted partner—someone who anticipates needs, communicates clearly, and enables the CEO to focus on what matters most.

We're looking for someone who brings sharp judgment, excellent organization, and a no-nonsense approach to getting things done. You don't need to have been an executive assistant before, but you do need to have experience managing complex tasks with professionalism, discretion, and clarity.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, has a high bar for excellence, and is proactive without needing constant direction.

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Who You Are

• You are a clear thinker and communicator—your written and spoken English is concise, confident, and free of unnecessary fluff.
• You are calm under pressure and comfortable balancing competing priorities.
• You have strong professional judgment. You don't default to "yes" to avoid discomfort—you bring considered perspectives and stand by them.
• You can handle sensitive information with complete discretion.
• You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
• You can move quickly without sacrificing accuracy.
• You know when to take initiative and when to ask clarifying questions.
• You are adaptable—processes evolve, and you're comfortable shifting gears.
• You care about timelines and follow through reliably.
• You have a knack for seeing around corners and staying two steps ahead.

What You'll Do

Executive Support

• Manage and optimize the CEO's calendar, including scheduling meetings across multiple time zones and proactively resolving conflicts.
• Screen, prioritize, and respond to communications on behalf of the CEO, where required.
• Prepare briefing notes, presentations, and follow-ups for meetings.
• Support the CEO in maintaining alignment across the leadership team and with key partners.

Travel & Logistics

• Plan and coordinate domestic and international travel, including itineraries, visas, accommodations, and expense tracking.
• Ensure all arrangements run smoothly and are updated in real time.

Project Coordination

• Track action items, deadlines, and priorities across multiple work-streams.
• Help with research, documentation, and summarizing information to support decision-making.
• Assist with personal projects and administrative tasks as needed.

Operational Support

• Maintain and improve systems for documentation, filing, and knowledge management.
• Coordinate with CEO's Office, HR, Finance, and Operations teams to ensure the CEO's priorities are executed seamlessly.
• Any other relevant responsibilities that may be assigned to you.

Culture & Relationship Management

• Represent the CEO with professionalism in all interactions, internal and external.
• Help create an environment of clear communication, accountability, and mutual respect.

You Might Have

• 3–6 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, Project Coordinator, or similar role supporting senior leaders.
• Prior experience in fast-paced startups, creative businesses, or international teams.
• Familiarity with online productivity and collaboration tools.

What Matters Most

• We care less about titles and more about how you think and execute.
• We're not looking for someone who just takes orders—we're looking for someone who figures things out, asks smart questions, and brings ideas for better ways of working.

How We Work

We are not corporate in the traditional sense. We value:

• Direct, constructive communication—ideas stand on their merits, not hierarchy.
• Self-direction—everyone owns their work and outcomes.
• Continuous improvement—we refine how we work as we grow.
• Maturity and calm—especially in moments of uncertainty.

If you prefer rigid playbooks and top-down direction, this is likely not the right fit.

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How to Apply

Please submit your resume along with a short cover note that tells us about the following, by accessing this link:

1. A time you anticipated a need before it became an issue and how you handled it.

2. An example of how you helped someone be more effective through your support.

3. A situation where you navigated competing priorities or unclear expectations.

Keep it concise, but show us how you think and operate.

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If you're the kind of person who enjoys being trusted to handle important details, who doesn't wait to be told what to do, and who thrives in environments where excellence matters, we'd love to hear from you.

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Compensation & Setup

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Fully remote role, but overlap with India/UAE working hours required
• Health Insurance allowance
• End of year paid time off, of 2 weeks
• End-of-year bonus equivalent to half of a month's salary
• High-speed internet allowance
• Co-working allowance
• A practical, fast-paced team with zero tolerance for drama

Key Relationships:

CEO's Office, Management, Human Resources, Finance, and Operations teams

Our Principles

1. Be Open – Share ideas freely, challenge respectfully, and welcome different perspectives.

2. Be Transparent – Communicate with clarity, honesty, and context.

3. Be Diligent – Take pride in thoughtful, accurate work.

4. Be Responsible – Own your commitments and outcomes.

5. Be Mature – Bring balance, perspective, and calm to challenges.

See an expanded explanation of our principles here