Executive Assistant, Athleta

Reposted Yesterday
Be an Early Applicant
Folsom, CA, USA
In-Office
Senior level
eCommerce • Fashion
The Role
Supports Athleta’s CEO by managing complex calendars, meetings, travel planning, expenses, priorities, communications, confidential information, and follow-up. Builds trusted relationships across Athleta and Gap Inc., coordinates administrative teams, supports special projects, and helps employees connect with resources. Requires strong judgment, discretion, organization, communication, Microsoft Office proficiency, and 6+ years of related experience, including senior executive support.
Summary Generated by Built In
About the RoleAthleta is looking for a highly trusted, proactive Executive Assistant to support the CEO of Athleta and help enable the effectiveness of the brand leadership team. This role is a strategic partner who anticipates needs, connects dots, and keeps priorities moving in a fast-paced, highly visible environment. Working closely with the CEO, executive assistants, administrative assistant team and cross-functional leaders, this person will manage complex priorities and help ensure the CEO is prepared, informed, and focused on the work that matters most.What You'll Do
  • Serve as a trusted partner to the CEO, proactively managing priorities, commitments, and follow through with sound judgment and discretion.
  • Own complex calendar management, meeting coordination, travel planning, and expense processing with exceptional judgment and attention to detail.
  • Anticipate needs and determine which matters require CEO attention, resolving or routing other issues to the appropriate partners.
  • Prepare for and support key meetings, including agendas, materials, logistics, and action item follow up.
  • Build genuine, trusted relationships across Athleta and Gap Inc., partnering effectively with senior leaders, executive assistants, and key internal and external stakeholders.
  • Serve as a key connector across the Athleta administrative team, sharing timely communication, aligning on priorities, and providing guidance and partnership that enables the team to work effectively with a One Team approach.
  • Serve as an approachable and resourceful point of connection within the office, helping employees navigate day to day questions and connecting them with the right resources and partners.
  • Support special projects from planning through execution, bringing organization, follow through, and flexibility as priorities evolve.
  • Handle highly confidential and sensitive information with discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism.
  • Operate with a high degree of independence, initiative, and agility while balancing multiple high priority and time sensitive needs
Who You Are
  • Previous experience supporting a CEO or other C-suite executive is strongly preferred.
  • You are a proactive problem solver who thrives in a dynamic environment and can navigate ambiguity with calm, agility, and sound judgment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build trusted partnerships at all levels.
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, organization, time management, and follow-through; able to manage multiple priorities without losing sight of the bigger picture.
  • A self-starter with a service mindset, strong business acumen, and a genuine interest in Athleta, our customer, and our mission.
  • Typically requires 6+ years of related experience, including significant experience supporting senior executives.
  • Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, with periodic availability outside regular working hours when critical business needs arise

Skills Required

  • Previous experience supporting a CEO or other C-suite executive
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
  • Exceptional attention to detail, organization, time management, and follow-through
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
  • Proactive problem-solving, sound judgment, discretion, and agility
  • Self-starter with a service mindset, strong business acumen, and interest in Athleta’s mission
  • Typically 6+ years of related experience, including significant experience supporting senior executives
  • Based in the San Francisco Bay Area
  • Periodic availability outside regular working hours for critical business needs

Gap (gapinc.com). Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Gap (gapinc.com). and has not been reviewed or approved by Gap (gapinc.com)..

  • Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage is offered, alongside programs that support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Feedback suggests eligible employees can also leverage tools like FSAs and additional wellbeing resources.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, company-paid holidays, and multiple leave options (sick, disability, and family leave) create broad time-away coverage. Some roles start with substantial PTO accrual and can access flexible leave arrangements.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A generous cross-brand merchandise discount is a standout perk, complemented by commuter benefits, on-the-clock volunteer hours, and matching donations. Feedback suggests these lifestyle benefits add meaningful value beyond base pay.

Gap (gapinc.com). Insights

Am I A Good Fit?
beta
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.

The Company
HQ: San Francisco, CA
11,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1969

What We Do

In 1969, Don and Doris Fisher opened the first Gap store on Ocean Avenue in San Francisco. They wanted to make it easier to find a great pair of jeans, and they did. Their denim and records store was a hit, and it grew to become one of the world’s most iconic brands. Today we’re represented in more than 1400 stores in over 40 countries, and online. We have headquarters in New York, London, Shanghai, Tokyo, and, of course, San Francisco. Our unique aesthetic is optimistic cool, elevated American style. Our clothes are crafted with care, with focused attention to thoughtful design. We believe in staying true to our heritage while creating what’s next. Don and Doris Fisher always wanted to “do more than sell clothes.” They wanted to support the people who ran their company, to be active in their communities, and to have a positive impact on the world. Their vision helped transform retail, and we’re still following their lead. We stand for freedom and possibility for all; we champion diverse ideas that transcend generations, geographies and genders.

Similar Jobs

K1 Investment Management Logo K1 Investment Management

Executive Assistant

Artificial Intelligence • Information Technology • Software • Financial Services
In-Office
Manhattan Beach, CA, USA
800 Employees
70K-85K Annually
In-Office
2 Locations
72000 Employees
82K-160K Annually

T-Mobile Logo T-Mobile

Designer

Other • Utilities
In-Office
8 Locations
89016 Employees
72K-150K Annually

Outset AI Logo Outset AI

Researcher

Artificial Intelligence • Software
Hybrid
San Francisco, CA, USA
30 Employees
120K-140K Annually

Similar Companies Hiring

Munchkin, Inc. Thumbnail
Consumer Web • eCommerce • Food • Kids + Family • Design • Manufacturing
Milton, Ontario
325 Employees
Scotch Thumbnail
Artificial Intelligence • eCommerce • Fintech • Payments • Retail • Software • Analytics
US
35 Employees
Golden Pet Brands Thumbnail
Digital Media • eCommerce • Information Technology • Marketing Tech • Pet • Retail • Social Media
El Segundo, California
178 Employees

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account