$75,000-90,000
Team Architects
Charlotte, NC, USA
Executive Assistant to the CEO Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid) Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Type: Full-Time, Exempt About Ternus Ternus is a fast-growing private money lender dedicated to delivering exceptional service and ethical lending solutions to real estate investors and developers. With a strong foundation in operational excellence, credit management, and entrepreneurial innovation, we are building a best-in-class team to support our mission of reshaping real estate finance. Position Summary We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and resourceful Executive Assistant (EA) to support our CEO. The ideal candidate will be a strategic partner who thrives in a fast-paced environment and demonstrates discretion, exceptional judgment, and a strong sense of ownership. This role is critical to enabling the CEO’s effectiveness and ensuring smooth operations at the executive level. Key Responsibilities Executive Support Manage complex calendars, including scheduling internal/external meetings, investor calls, travel, and personal appointments. Prioritize and respond to emails and requests on behalf of the CEO. Track key deliverables, follow-ups, and action items to ensure nothing falls through the cracks. Prepare briefing materials, agendas, reports, and presentations for meetings and events. Operational Coordination Liaise with leadership, investors, and external stakeholders with professionalism and efficiency. Support execution of key business initiatives and confidential projects. Help manage special projects such as strategic planning offsites, investor updates, and recruiting. Identify and improve inefficiencies in workflows or tools used by the CEO. Communication & Gatekeeping Act as a trusted representative for the CEO, handling sensitive matters with confidentiality and integrity. Draft and edit communications, memos, and presentations as needed. Screen and prioritize inbound messages, requests, and opportunities. Requirements Qualifications 5+ years of experience supporting a C-level executive, preferably in a fast-paced startup, fintech, or real estate environment. Proven track record of discretion, judgment, and reliability. Strong organizational and multitasking skills with high attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. High degree of emotional intelligence, initiative, and problem-solving ability. What Success Looks Like The CEO’s schedule runs smoothly and reflects their highest priorities. Communication is streamlined and professional across all channels. Key relationships and initiatives are proactively managed. Benefits Why Ternus Purpose-driven company reshaping private lending. Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture. Opportunity to make an outsized impact at a high-growth firm. Competitive compensation, health benefits, and professional growth support. Estimated Compensation Range Base Salary $75,000-$90,000 per year Bonus (Discretionary or Performance-Based) 10% of base salary Tied to company performance or individual contribution to CEO effectiveness and organizational outcomes. Additional Perks Health, dental, life and vision insurance 401(k) matching or profit-sharing ESOP Flexible PTO Professional development budget In addition to your resume, please complete the following job fit assessment as part of your application: https://TeamArchitects.asmt.io/XF3C93PFK/ExecutiveAssistantJob-Assessment