Executive Assistant

CapIntel is a software platform built for wealth management enterprises to help financial advisors explain complex investment strategies to their clients. Advisors at some of the biggest banks across North America are winning trust by using CapIntel to easily compare investments and create compelling, educational presentations. Ultimately, we're focused on investors getting better service, understanding their investments, and feeling at ease knowing their future is secure. Since launching in 2019, CapIntel has seen rapid adoption and industry recognition, earning top placements in Deloitte’s Technology Fast 50 Canada and Fast 500 North America in 2025, ranking us among the fastest -growing technology companies. To support this momentum, we’re growing our team rapidly—investing in people who drive innovation at scale to expand our impact across the North American wealth management industry. About the role This is a full-time, hybrid role based in our Halifax office. This is a close-support role. As Executive Assistant to the CEO, your focus is one person: making sure our CEO can operate at their best, every single day. You’ll manage their time, keep their world organized, and handle the full range of tasks that come with supporting a startup CEO, including both professional and personal support as needed. You’re the kind of person who stays two steps ahead. You’ll anticipate what’s coming, proactively manage the CEO’s priorities, and quietly solve problems before they become problems. If that kind of variety energizes rather than frustrates you, you’ll thrive here. What you’ll do Calendar Management Own the CEO’s calendar. Stay ahead of what’s coming, ensure meetings are scheduled with the right flow and pacing throughout the week, protect focus time, and resolve conflicts before they surface Proactively anticipate key meetings, projects, and deadlines on the horizon - flagging preparation needs and ensuring the CEO’s time is always allocated intentionally Prepare briefing notes, agendas, and pre-reads ahead of key meetings so the CEO walks in ready Capture and distribute meeting notes and action items, and follow up to ensure completion Travel & Expenses Coordinate domestic and international travel with an extremely high level of detail - every flight, hotel, transfer, and itinerary step should be planned and confirmed in advance, leaving nothing to chance . Track, submit , and reconcile the CEO’s expenses, per diems, and benefits submissions accurately and on time Inbox & Communications Act as a professional first point of contact between the CEO and internal teams, board members, investors, and external partners Handle all communications with impeccable written and verbal communication skills, professionalism, and discretion Office & Operational Support Support board meeting preparation as needed, including helping prepare materials and being present and available to handle any requests or issues that arise. Help maintain relationships with key external stakeholders by keeping communication timely and polished Partner on company events, offsites, and team meetings providing hands-on support and being present where needed. Stay close to the CEO’s priorities and proactively plug in to ad hoc projects, cross-functional initiatives, and time-sensitive needs as they arise Personal Assistance Provide personal support to the CEO as needed alongside professional responsibilities Manage personal scheduling and day-to-day tasks with the same discretion and reliability as any other part of the role What we're looking for 2+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting a senior leader, ideally in a startup or fast-paced tech environment, or as an Associate at a wealth management practice. You have experience in or exposure to fintech, wealthtech, or financial services. Familiarity with how the industry moves is a definite asset Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities without…