Executive Assistant (Reporting to the CEO)

Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.  

We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.  

Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!   

Key statistics:

• 1,100+ Team members
• 950+ Consultants
• 640+ Ph.D.s
• 90+ Disciplines
• 30+ Offices globally

We are currently seeking an Executive Assistant in Menlo Park, CA. In this role, you will report to the CEO and provide administrative support to executives in the C-Suite. You will be their liaison between Exponent employees, clients, board members, analysts, shareholders and the general public. This is a full-time in-office position.

• Managing multiple calendars including the scheduling of meetings with both internal and external stakeholders
• Maintaining accuracy when preparing and editing reports, presentations, exhibits, and other deliverables
• Arranging domestic and international travel
• Taking on special administrative projects for the heads of Finance, HR, Legal, and the CEO
• Maintaining detailed project documentation, including project plans and status reports utilizing Excel
• Coordinating communications between various internal teams
• Organizing and assisting with the daily activities of the Executive office
• Assisting with planning and coordination of professional and social events as necessary

• 6-8 years of relevant experience with 3 or more years as an Executive Assistant supporting multiple executives
• A Bachelor's degree is required
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Discretion in handling highly confidential information
• Strong communication, composition, editing, and proofreading skills
• Tech savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Must be in office in Menlo Park, 5 days a week

To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact

We value and encourage diversity, equity and inclusion across all facets of our firm. Having a team built of people with different backgrounds, skills and perspectives allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.

Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits, as well as compensation and recognition programs, empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.

At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for​ building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment.

The pay rate for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.

Access benefits information on our Life @ Exponent page:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.