Executive Assistant to Rawhide Development President and CEO

In order to be considered for this role, after clicking "Apply Now" above and being redirected, you must fully complete the application process on the follow-up screen.Position: Executive Assistant to Rawhide Development President and CEO - Full Time/Exempt Department: Rawhide Development Reports to: Rawhide Development President and CEO Location: Phoenix/Scottsdale area (Rawhide Development /Cardinals facility) Format: In-person Note: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a student or employment Visas (including, but not limited to F-1, M-1, J-1, H-1B, OPT and/or CPT programs, etc.).Job Summary:Rawhide Development, the real estate development affiliate of the Arizona Cardinals Football Club, is seeking a Senior Executive Assistant to support the President & CEO and the broader Rawhide Development team. This is a high-visibility, high-trust role for a fast-moving, newly formed organization. The ideal candidate operates with discretion and independent judgment, anticipates needs before being asked, and can flex between calendar management and cross-team project coordination.Real estate development industry experience is strongly preferred. This role requires the highest level of confidentiality and discretion. The Executive Assistant will regularly be exposed to sensitive business, financial, personnel, and strategic information - including matters related to land transactions, ownership discussions, and organizational planning - and must handle all such information with absolute discretion, both inside and outside the organization.Primary Job Duties: The Executive Assistant to the Rawhide Development President and CEO will have the daily responsibilities including, without limitation, to the following:Executive SupportOwn and proactively manage a complex, shifting calendar across internal Cardinals leadership, external partners, consultants, and public agencies - resolving conflicts, prioritizing competing requests, and protecting focus timeServe as the primary gatekeeper for the CEO's time and access, applying strong judgment to triage meeting requests and determine what warrants the CEO's direct involvement versus delegationCoordinate domestic travel arrangements, itineraries, and logisticsScreen and prioritize communications, especially with Cardinals ownershipPrepare, format, and organize materials for meetings, presentations, and board-level updatesHandle confidential correspondence, files, and conversations with strict discretion, using sound judgment about what can be shared, with whom, and whenTeam & Project CoordinationSupport the broader Rawhide Development team (currently small, growing) with scheduling, logistics, and cross-functional coordinationMaintain master tracking lists for action items, deliverables, and deadlines across multiple concurrent workstreamsFollow up on open items to ensure accountability and on-time completionCoordinate meeting logistics for internal stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and external partnersOrganize and maintain files, contracts, and records in SharePoint and OneDrive, using clear folder structures, naming conventions, and permissions so the team can quickly find and safely share what they needServe as the team's go-to resource for document organization and file governance as Rawhide Development scales, including managing access and version control on shared drivesCross-Organizational Relationship ManagementBuild effective working relationships across Cardinals departments (Legal, Finance, People, Construction, Media Relations) to keep information flowing smoothlyRepresent the CEO's office professionally in interactions with ownership, executives, consultants, and outside partnersExercise consistent discretion in all interactions, recognizing the sensitivity of Rawhide Development's work and its proximity to ownershipTechnology & ProcessProficient across Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), with strong working knowledge of SharePoint and OneDrive for file organization, document sharing, and collaborationComfortable learning new project management or collaboration platforms as the team's tools evolveComfortable using AI tools to support drafting, summarization, scheduling, and research tasksIdentify opportunities to streamline processes, tracking systems, and communication workflows as the team scalesOther duties as assigned.Qualifications/RequirementsEducation: Bachelor's degree preferred but not required with equivalent experienceExperience: At least seven (7) years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting C-suite or senior leadershipProven track record of complex calendar management and gatekeeping for a senior executive, including independently resolving scheduling conflicts and prioritizing access.Working proficiency with SharePoint and OneDrive, including folder structure design, permissions, and version control.Experience supporting executives in real estate, development, construction, or a related industry strongly preferred.Demonstrated track record of handling confidential and sensitive information with absolute discretion.Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, evolving organization.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.Comfortable working independently and taking initiative in an entrepreneurial, start-up-like environment.Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays; hours may vary depending on business needs.Must successfully complete pre-employment screening, including a background check.What Success Looks LikeThe CEO's time and priorities are protected and well-organized.Nothing falls through the cracks - action items, deadlines, and follow-ups are tracked and closed outThe Rawhide Development team operates smoothly as it scales, with strong internal coordinationCross-organizational relationships (Cardinals leadership, consultants, partners) are professional and well-managedSensitive information is consistently and reliably safeguardedRawhide Development Benefits/Perks Summary: Rawhide Development has developed a comprehensive benefits package that provides economic and inclusive benefits to full-time employees. The Rawhide Development benefits offer care, protection, and support for employees and their loved ones. The Rawhide Development organization encourages an environment that is conducive to living a healthy, productive, and flexible lifestyle. Benefits and Perks include, but are not limited to:Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options; effective the first day of hire401 (k) retirement option with employer match contributionPaid Time Off Accruals (including sick time accruals)Paid Time Off for most Federal holidaysTime off for Maternity, Paternity, Military, and BereavementMDLIVE: 24/7 medical supportFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Care Saving Account optionsDiscounts on Cardinals gear & paraphernaliaTuition reimbursement & Professional Growth opportunitiesDaily free lunchSubsidized gym membershipsThe Arizona Cardinals Football Club and Rawhide Development is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class. #LI-OnsiteEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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