Executive Business Partner

Block is one company built from many blocks, all united by the same purpose of economic empowerment. The blocks that form our foundational teams - People, Finance, Counsel, Hardware, Information Security, Platform Infrastructure Engineering, and more - provide support and guidance at the corporate level. They work across business groups and around the globe, spanning time zones and disciplines to develop inclusive People policies, forecast finances, give legal counsel, safeguard systems, nurture new initiatives, and more. Every challenge creates possibilities, and we need different perspectives to see them all. Bring yours to Block.
The Role
At Block, our mission on the Executive Operations team is to amplify the impact of executives and their teams. We are looking for an innovative, trustworthy, reliable individual with a passion for supporting teams. Our Executive Business Partners are strategic partners - from calendaring and booking travel, to reporting processes and providing team support, you will participate in a variety of efforts to support Block's programs. You will join the Executive Operations Team, supporting team(s) focused on Block Engineering. We are looking for a natural leader who has a passion for solving problems, enjoys taking on new tasks and projects, who's unflappable under pressure, and who executes at a high level with integrity in this energetic and human-centric environment.
You Will

• Provide a wide range of strategic to administrative support for up to two executives.
• Proactively manage the executives' calendar, high volume of travel bookings [both international and domestic], expenses, and other administrative tasks.
• Find new and efficient ways to create work processes to help maximize your executives' time, including weekly and quarterly reporting, goal-tracking, and team meetings.
• Optimize executive efficiency by developing streamlined processes for time management, including weekly and quarterly reporting, goal tracking, and team meeting coordination.
• Take ownership of projects by identifying priorities, addressing gaps, and compiling key materials, including agendas and presentations for all-hands meetings and events.
• Work within our centralized Executive Operations team to provide support, mentorship, and guidance to enhance the team as a whole.

You Have

• 8+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar role, ideally within both startup and enterprise-level technology companies.
• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse cross-functional teams.
• High level of professionalism in managing external partnerships and handling confidential or sensitive information with discretion.
• Exceptional organizational and analytical abilities, including the capacity to streamline executive workflows, leverage data for decision-making, and utilize AI tools to enhance operational efficiency.
• Expertise in international travel coordination, including managing complex itineraries, visas, accommodations, and real-time adjustments as needed.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, concise, and impactful messaging.
• Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace (formerly G Suite), including Google Calendar, Docs, Sheets, Forms, and Slides.

We're working to build a more inclusive economy where our customers have equal access to opportunity, and we strive to live by these same values in building our workplace. Block is an equal opportunity employer evaluating all employees and job applicants without regard to identity or any legally protected class. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team, and always assess candidates on an individualized basis.
We believe in being fair, and are committed to an inclusive interview experience, including providing reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process. We encourage applicants to share any needed accommodations with their recruiter, who will treat these requests as confidentially as possible. Want to learn more about what we're doing to build a workplace that is fair and square? Check out our I+D page .
Block will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and "fair chance" ordinances.
Block takes a market-based approach to pay, and pay may vary depending on your location. U.S. locations are categorized into one of four zones based on a cost of labor index for that geographic area. The successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.
To find a location's zone designation, please refer to this resource . If a location of interest is not listed, please speak with a recruiter for additional information.
Zone A:
$71.49 - $107.26 USD
Zone B:
$66.49 - $99.76 USD
Zone C:
$62.93 - $94.38 USD
Zone D:
$59.33 - $89.04 USD
Use of AI in Our Hiring Process
We may use automated AI tools to evaluate job applications for efficiency and consistency. These tools comply with local regulations, including bias audits, and we handle all personal data in accordance with state and local privacy laws.
Contact us at [email protected] with hiring practice or data usage questions.
Every benefit we offer is designed with one goal: empowering you to do the best work of your career while building the life you want. Remote work, medical insurance, flexible time off, retirement savings plans, and modern family planning are just some of our offering. Check out our other benefits at Block.
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