Executive Assistant to the CEO (FTC - Maternity Cover)

Location: London, Shoreditch

Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover) - 9-12 months

Start Date: TBC - Feb 2026

Salary: TBC on experience

Alkimi is revolutionising the $600 billion digital advertising industry through blockchain technology. As a decentralised advertising exchange built in partnership with Sui blockchain, we're creating a transparent, efficient ecosystem that benefits publishers, advertisers, and consumers alike. With our recent tech migration to Sui and expansion into Fortune 500 clients, this is an incredibly exciting time to join our journey.

We're seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to provide maternity cover for our CEO, Ben Putley, during a pivotal period in Alkimi's growth. This isn't just a temporary role, it's a chance to be at the heart of a company transforming how digital advertising works, with exposure to blockchain innovation, strategic partnerships with industry giants.

• Manage complex calendars across multiple time zones, coordinating with Sui Foundation leadership, Fortune 500 clients, and global investors. 
• Organise high-stakes meetings including board sessions, investor updates, and monthly business review meetings.
• Coordinate international travel, including upcoming executive trips and major events.

• Understand and coordinate investor relations and tracker, ensuring the CEO is on top of his action plan.
• Managing internal comms between senior team members upwards to the CEO, ensuring the CEO’s time is protected when needed.
• Organising large-scale industry events, such as Cannes Lions, and various conferences in multiple continents, with regular travel planning to India, New York and APAC
• Organise team off-sites, strategic planning sessions, and company-wide initiatives

• Manage confidential documentation for fundraising, partnerships, and GTM activities
• Support hiring processes, particularly for senior roles like our Head of Operations
• Coordinate with our distributed team across Legal, Operations, and Product divisions

• Draft and manage executive communications
• Prepare board materials and investor updates
• Make considered decisions for CEO
• Act as the gatekeeper and the first point of contact for the CEO

• 3-5+ years supporting C-suite executives, ideally in high-growth start up environments
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with absolute discretion
• Experience managing complex international schedules and travel arrangements
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Making decisions based on data and knowledge without needing reassurance.

• Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace and modern productivity tools, including AI
• Familiarity with project management tools
• Basic understanding of monthly reporting to project manage and run monthly business reviews.
• Comfort with financial documents and basic metrics (MRR, TVL, etc.)

• Exceptional organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to anticipate needs and solve problems proactively
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, ambitious startup environment
• Cultural awareness and experience working with global teams
• Natural relationship builder who can engage with stakeholders at all levels

Unparalleled Exposure: Work directly with industry leaders in blockchain and advertising technology during a transformative growth period

Learning Opportunity: Gain deep insights into blockchain technology, AdTech & DeFi 

Network Building: Connect with leaders from Sui Foundation, Mysten Labs, and major advertising platforms

Career Catalyst: This position offers exceptional experience and connections in the blockchain/AdTech space, and really grow EA skills with potential for a permanent role

Alkimi Employee Benefits & Perks

• Time Off & Work-Life Balance
• 25 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance (Ben dependant)
• Health & Wellness (after probation)
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage
• Access to mental health and wellness resources
• Office Perks
• Fully stocked kitchen with snacks, beverages, and fresh fruit
• Complimentary Monday team lunches
• Regular team socials and company events
• Culture & Community
• Regular team building activities and social events
• Collaborative, innovative work environment
• Fantastic dynamic team