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Executive Assistant to CEO | Atlanta | $70K-$80k + bonuses

Ember Capital Group, Atlanta, GA, United States


Company Description
Founded by Shawn Surani in 2019, Ember Capital Group is a diversified investment and holding company that builds, acquires, and scales businesses across real estate, technology, and BPO. Through its portfolio of operating companies, the group provides strategic leadership, capital, and operational support to drive growth and create long‑term value.

About the Role
We’re looking for a highly organized, detail‑oriented Executive Assistant to support the CEO of a fast‑growing business portfolio. This is a hands‑on execution role for someone who thrives on keeping things running smoothly, staying on top of details, and making sure nothing falls through the cracks. You’ll be managing logistics, coordinating schedules, handling communications, and ensuring the CEO’s day runs smoothly.

What You’ll Actually Do Every Day
Manage the CEO’s Calendar

Schedule meetings, calls, and appointments

Handle scheduling requests and conflicts

Keep the calendar organized and up‑to‑date

Send meeting reminders and prep materials

Coordinate with other people’s assistants to find meeting times

Handle Communications

Screen phone calls and emails

Respond to routine requests on behalf of the CEO

Draft basic emails and correspondence

Field vendor questions and coordinate responses

Manage follow‑ups and keep communication organized

Coordinate Logistics and Travel

Book flights, hotels, and rental cars

Create travel itineraries with all details

Handle last‑minute changes and rebookings

Coordinate ground transportation and restaurant reservations

Manage travel expense submission

Support Day‑to‑Day Operations

Prepare documents and presentations

Organize files and keep records updated

Process invoices and expense reports

Coordinate with vendors on routine matters

Handle meeting room setup, materials, and catering

Task and Project Tracking

Maintain task management system for CEO’s commitments and priorities

Track action items from meetings and ensure follow‑through

Update project statuses and keep tracking current

Send reminders for upcoming deadlines

Monitor open items and flag anything falling behind

Property Management and Facilities Coordination

Coordinate building maintenance and repairs

Handle office supply orders and inventory

Manage relationships with building management and service vendors

Schedule and oversee property‑related appointments and inspections

Coordinate office setup, equipment, and facilities needs

Handle Routine Business Tasks

Schedule vendor meetings and handle basic vendor questions

Coordinate contract signatures and document routing

Follow up on pending items

Handle low‑level negotiations (pricing, scheduling, basic terms)

Manage subscriptions and service renewals

Maintain filing systems and keep contact lists current

Who You Are

1+ years of administrative, assistant, or coordinator experience

Extremely organized with excellent attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Experience with task management systems (Asana, Monday, Notion, or similar)

Able to juggle multiple tasks and shifting priorities

Professional, responsive, and reliable

Comfortable working independently once you know what’s expected

Experience coordinating with vendors, building management, or facilities preferred

Who You’ll Work With
Our CEO runs multiple companies including real estate, construction services, technology/BPO, and real estate brokerage. You’ll interact with different teams and vendors across these businesses, but your job is to handle the logistics and coordination—not to learn or run the businesses.

The pace is fast. Things change, priorities shift, and you’ll need to adapt quickly. Some days are predictable, some days are chaos. You need to roll with it.

Work Details

Location: In‑office in Atlanta, GA (Buckhead area)

Hours: Full‑time, 40‑50 hours per week

Standard business hours with occasional flexibility needed

Responsiveness required during work hours for time‑sensitive items

Rare evening/weekend needs for urgent matters

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