Executive Assistant - Santa Barbara (On-Site)
Apply NowCompany: Silver Air Private Jets
Location: Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Description:
Executive Assistant - Santa Barbara (On-Site)
Department: Administration Executive
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Santa Barbara
Reporting To: Jason Middleton
Compensation: $80,000 - $100,000 / year
Description
Silver Air Private Jets is seeking a highly capable and strategic Executive Assistant to serve as a critical right hand to the CEO. This role is designed for a digitally fluent, business-minded professional who excels in high-stakes executive coordination, stakeholder engagement, and brand amplification.
As a pivotal member of our leadership support team, you will go far beyond traditional administrative duties-you will be instrumental in optimizing executive workflow, strengthening industry relationships, coordinating high-impact events, and managing the CEO's professional presence in the aviation industry.
This position is perfect for a proactive, tech-savvy professional who can confidently represent the CEO, engage with executives, high-net-worth clients, and industry leaders, and execute key business initiatives with efficiency and discretion.
Key Responsibilities
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Skills/Knowledge/Behaviors:
Education/Experience:
Functional & Technical Competencies:
Benefits
We care deeply about making Silver Air an incredible place to work and we invest a significant amount of time and energy into creating and maintaining a company culture that provides our team with a generous level of support whilst inspiring them to do their best work.
The specific benefits/perks we offer are continually evolving, but currently include:
Department: Administration Executive
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Santa Barbara
Reporting To: Jason Middleton
Compensation: $80,000 - $100,000 / year
Description
Silver Air Private Jets is seeking a highly capable and strategic Executive Assistant to serve as a critical right hand to the CEO. This role is designed for a digitally fluent, business-minded professional who excels in high-stakes executive coordination, stakeholder engagement, and brand amplification.
As a pivotal member of our leadership support team, you will go far beyond traditional administrative duties-you will be instrumental in optimizing executive workflow, strengthening industry relationships, coordinating high-impact events, and managing the CEO's professional presence in the aviation industry.
This position is perfect for a proactive, tech-savvy professional who can confidently represent the CEO, engage with executives, high-net-worth clients, and industry leaders, and execute key business initiatives with efficiency and discretion.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a trusted advisor and operational partner to the CEO, ensuring seamless day-to-day business execution.
- Manage a fast-paced executive calendar, coordinating high-level meetings, internal strategy sessions, and external engagements with stakeholders.
- Work directly with the CEO, President, and Chief People Officer to schedule and execute leadership initiatives and strategic planning.
- Conduct market research, industry analysis, and executive briefings to provide insights that inform decision-making.
- Handle high-priority communications, ensuring professional and timely responses to partners, clients, and executives.
- Oversee and manage the CEO's LinkedIn presence, developing content that enhances thought leadership and brand visibility.
- Assist in the execution of marketing initiatives that position Silver Air and the CEO as industry leaders in private aviation.
- Take a lead role in the CEO's podcast syndication, identifying and securing high-profile guests, coordinating production logistics, and managing vendor partnerships in Los Angeles.
- Proactively reach out to prospects, industry leaders, and clients to secure networking opportunities and media engagements.
- Plan and execute domestic industry events and client engagement experiences that strengthen Silver Air's retail charter presence in Part 135 operations.
- Manage exclusive networking and hospitality experiences for high-net-worth clients and executives.
- Organize CEO travel, itinerary management, and logistics for business development trips and events.
- Oversee office operations, ensuring a well-organized and professional workspace.
- Manage office budgets, vendor relationships, and operational logistics.
- Coordinate internal meetings, leadership retreats, and cross-functional initiatives that enhance team efficiency.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Skills/Knowledge/Behaviors:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Demonstrate problem-analysis and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Show great precision and accuracy when dealing with details
- Impeccable time management skills
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communication, or a related field
- A blend of 5+ years of experience as a Personal Assistant, Office Manager, and Executive Assistant experience
Functional & Technical Competencies:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook
- Tech-savvy and confident to streamline tasks and improve productivity
- Knowledge of travel and expense management platforms preferred
Benefits
We care deeply about making Silver Air an incredible place to work and we invest a significant amount of time and energy into creating and maintaining a company culture that provides our team with a generous level of support whilst inspiring them to do their best work.
The specific benefits/perks we offer are continually evolving, but currently include:
- Fully paid for Health Insurance coverage for you and your family
- Generous personal development and employee assistance programs
- Top of the line equipment (Apple, Microsoft, Dell, Lenovo, etc.)
- Flexible leadership team
- Cell phone allowance
- Pet insurance
- Travel insurance
- Competitive salary
- Unlimited PTO