Interim Executive Assistant to the CEO
Apply for this position → Go ad-free with PremiumMuck Rack is the leading SaaS platform for public relations and communications professionals. Our mission is to enable organizations to build trust, tell their stories, and demonstrate the unique value of earned media. Muck Rack’s AI-powered, comprehensive, and integrated platform streamlines the PR workflow to help businesses generate positive media coverage, monitor mentions to manage brand reputation, and analyze PR’s impact on business outcomes. By combining media database, monitoring, and reporting into one dynamic platform, we empower teams to collaborate seamlessly, pitch effectively, and analyze results faster and more efficiently.
Founder-controlled, fully distributed, and growing sustainably, Muck Rack has received several awards for its unparalleled culture and product from organizations like Inc., Quartz, G2, and BuiltIn. We value resilience, transparency, ownership, and customer devotion, and infuse these values into everything we do.
We’re seeking an experienced Interim Executive Assistant to support the CEO and ensure seamless day-to-day operations of the Office of the CEO. This role is focused on maintaining continuity, managing logistics, and enabling efficient executive operations during a transitional period.
What You’ll Do
Calendar & Schedule Management
Own and audit recurring internal and external meetings on the CEO's calendar
Coordinate with internal leads to manage invites and digital meeting links
Proactively identify and resolve scheduling conflicts, communicating alternatives to department heads and key stakeholders
Executive Event Logistics
Offsites: Manage end-to-end logistics for quarterly leadership sessions, including venue coordination and hospitality
Board Meetings: Own logistics and multi-stakeholder coordination for quarterly governance sessions
Conferences & Forums: Handle registration, flights, hotels, and on-site scheduling for major industry events and professional forum engagements
Systems & Tools
Manage communication across Slack channels
Maintain secure credential management via a dedicated password vault
Leverage Google Workspace (Calendar, Drive) at an expert level for scheduling and resource management
Judgment & Problem-Solving
Operate with a high degree of independence, consulting internal EA procedures and documentation before escalating
Partner with designated business leads on decisions that require strategic input
To Be Set Up for Success in This Role, You’ll Need to Have
Proven experience supporting C-suite executives in a fast-paced, high-demand environment
Strong experience managing complex calendars, travel, and multi-stakeholder coordination
High level of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to operate independently and prioritize effectively
If Any of the Below Also Describe You, This Could Be an Exciting Opportunity
Experience supporting executive teams during periods of transition or change
Comfort managing international travel and cross-time-zone scheduling
Strong communication skills with the ability to work across senior stakeholders
In Addition, We’re Always Looking for Candidates Who
Take ownership and proactively solve problems
Communicate clearly and operate with a high level of reliability
Thrive in fast-moving, ambiguous environments
Proactively incorporates AI tools into day-to-day work to improve productivity and accelerate delivery
Salary
In the US, the hourly rate for this role is $48/hour, with an average of 40 hours per week.
Why Muck Rack?
Remote Work, Forever
Fully distributed team with a permanent remote setup
Home office stipend, phone and internet reimbursement, coworking membership
Virtual and in-person team bonding (lunches, events, competitions)
Transparent & Fair Compensation
Competitive geo-neutral pay in the U.S.
Annual reviews to ensure equity and market alignment
Standardized bonus or commission structure
401(k) with employer contributions
Equity opportunities
Health & Wellness
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance for employees and dependents
100% premium coverage for individuals on high-deductible plans
24/7 Virtual Care and Employee Assistance Program
Employer-funded HSA contributions and other pre-tax benefits
Quarterly wellness stipend and free Headspace subscription
Time Off & Family Benefits
4+ weeks of PTO, plus paid sick and mental health days
13 paid holidays with the option to swap for personal days
Up to 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave
Learning and Development
Transparent pathways for internal mobility and promotion
Bi-annual performance reviews, team workshops, and leadership training
Unlimited access to Coursera and O’Reilly
2 additional PTO days annually for learning and development
Inclusive, Customer-First Culture
Commitment to equity and valuing diverse perspectives
Agile, founder-led company focused on collaboration and innovation
Trusted by 3,000+ companies worldwide
Note: Benefits and compensation reflect offerings for U.S.-based employees. Support is provided for employees in other locations, in compliance with local laws and regulations.
While we are a fully distributed team, we do have limitations on where we can hire and maintain a list of acceptable working locations based on job function. If we are unable to hire in your current location for the role for which you applied, you will be notified via email. While we enjoy many benefits as a permanently distributed and remote company, we cannot always support relocation or extended travel and have guidelines in place to ensure compliant work away from your designated permanent residence.
#LI-Remote
Please note: For detailed information regarding our GDPR and/or CCPA compliance policies, including how we handle personal data and privacy rights, kindly refer to the email correspondence accompanying this application.
Muck Rack does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or any other third parties. Any unsolicited resume sent to Muck Rack will be considered Muck Rack property, and Muck Rack will not pay a fee should it hire the subject of any unsolicited resume.
Muck Rack considers applicants for all positions on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs, and without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, alienage or citizenship status, ancestry, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Note to applicants/job seekers: We have recently been made aware of scams impersonating Muck Rack’s HR team. Please be cautious of these attempts to elicit banking or other financial or sensitive information. Muck Rack will never request financial information during the interview process, and follow ups for interviews or next steps will always come from an ‘@muckrack.com’ email address. If you are contacted by anyone from a different domain who claims to be from Muck Rack, please forward the communication to legal@muckrack.com.
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Interim Executive Assistant to the CEO
Muck Rack is the leading SaaS platform for public relations and communications professionals. Our mission is to enable organizations to build trust, tell their stories, and demonstrate the unique value of earned media. Muck Rack’s AI-powered, comprehensive, and integrated platform streamlines the PR workflow to help businesses generate positive media coverage, monitor mentions to manage brand reputation, and analyze PR’s impact on business outcomes. By combining media database, monitoring, and reporting into one dynamic platform, we empower teams to collaborate seamlessly, pitch effectively, and analyze results faster and more efficiently.
Founder-controlled, fully distributed, and growing sustainably, Muck Rack has received several awards for its unparalleled culture and product from organizations like Inc., Quartz, G2, and BuiltIn. We value resilience, transparency, ownership, and customer devotion, and infuse these values into everything we do.
We’re seeking an experienced Interim Executive Assistant to support the CEO and ensure seamless day-to-day operations of the Office of the CEO. This role is focused on maintaining continuity, managing logistics, and enabling efficient executive operations during a transitional period.
What You’ll Do
Calendar & Schedule Management
Own and audit recurring internal and external meetings on the CEO's calendar
Coordinate with internal leads to manage invites and digital meeting links
Proactively identify and resolve scheduling conflicts, communicating alternatives to department heads and key stakeholders
Executive Event Logistics
Offsites: Manage end-to-end logistics for quarterly leadership sessions, including venue coordination and hospitality
Board Meetings: Own logistics and multi-stakeholder coordination for quarterly governance sessions
Conferences & Forums: Handle registration, flights, hotels, and on-site scheduling for major industry events and professional forum engagements
Systems & Tools
Manage communication across Slack channels
Maintain secure credential management via a dedicated password vault
Leverage Google Workspace (Calendar, Drive) at an expert level for scheduling and resource management
Judgment & Problem-Solving
Operate with a high degree of independence, consulting internal EA procedures and documentation before escalating
Partner with designated business leads on decisions that require strategic input
To Be Set Up for Success in This Role, You’ll Need to Have
Proven experience supporting C-suite executives in a fast-paced, high-demand environment
Strong experience managing complex calendars, travel, and multi-stakeholder coordination
High level of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to operate independently and prioritize effectively
If Any of the Below Also Describe You, This Could Be an Exciting Opportunity
Experience supporting executive teams during periods of transition or change
Comfort managing international travel and cross-time-zone scheduling
Strong communication skills with the ability to work across senior stakeholders
In Addition, We’re Always Looking for Candidates Who
Take ownership and proactively solve problems
Communicate clearly and operate with a high level of reliability
Thrive in fast-moving, ambiguous environments
Proactively incorporates AI tools into day-to-day work to improve productivity and accelerate delivery
Salary
In the US, the hourly rate for this role is $48/hour, with an average of 40 hours per week.
Why Muck Rack?
Remote Work, Forever
Fully distributed team with a permanent remote setup
Home office stipend, phone and internet reimbursement, coworking membership
Virtual and in-person team bonding (lunches, events, competitions)
Transparent & Fair Compensation
Competitive geo-neutral pay in the U.S.
Annual reviews to ensure equity and market alignment
Standardized bonus or commission structure
401(k) with employer contributions
Equity opportunities
Health & Wellness
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance for employees and dependents
100% premium coverage for individuals on high-deductible plans
24/7 Virtual Care and Employee Assistance Program
Employer-funded HSA contributions and other pre-tax benefits
Quarterly wellness stipend and free Headspace subscription
Time Off & Family Benefits
4+ weeks of PTO, plus paid sick and mental health days
13 paid holidays with the option to swap for personal days
Up to 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave
Learning and Development
Transparent pathways for internal mobility and promotion
Bi-annual performance reviews, team workshops, and leadership training
Unlimited access to Coursera and O’Reilly
2 additional PTO days annually for learning and development
Inclusive, Customer-First Culture
Commitment to equity and valuing diverse perspectives
Agile, founder-led company focused on collaboration and innovation
Trusted by 3,000+ companies worldwide
Note: Benefits and compensation reflect offerings for U.S.-based employees. Support is provided for employees in other locations, in compliance with local laws and regulations.
While we are a fully distributed team, we do have limitations on where we can hire and maintain a list of acceptable working locations based on job function. If we are unable to hire in your current location for the role for which you applied, you will be notified via email. While we enjoy many benefits as a permanently distributed and remote company, we cannot always support relocation or extended travel and have guidelines in place to ensure compliant work away from your designated permanent residence.
#LI-Remote
Please note: For detailed information regarding our GDPR and/or CCPA compliance policies, including how we handle personal data and privacy rights, kindly refer to the email correspondence accompanying this application.
Muck Rack does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or any other third parties. Any unsolicited resume sent to Muck Rack will be considered Muck Rack property, and Muck Rack will not pay a fee should it hire the subject of any unsolicited resume.
Muck Rack considers applicants for all positions on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs, and without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, alienage or citizenship status, ancestry, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Note to applicants/job seekers: We have recently been made aware of scams impersonating Muck Rack’s HR team. Please be cautious of these attempts to elicit banking or other financial or sensitive information. Muck Rack will never request financial information during the interview process, and follow ups for interviews or next steps will always come from an ‘@muckrack.com’ email address. If you are contacted by anyone from a different domain who claims to be from Muck Rack, please forward the communication to legal@muckrack.com.