Executive Assistant (Temporary, Full-Time) in Needham, Massachusetts at IDC

About the Role & Team
We are seeking a highly experienced Executive Assistant for a full-time temporary engagement spanning several months. In this remote role, you will provide dedicated support to both the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief Technology Officer (CTO), serving as an indispensable partner in managing their day-to-day priorities and enabling them to operate at peak effectiveness.

What You’ll Do

Administrative Support:

• Manage executives' calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings, conferences, and travel arrangements.
  
• Prepare and organize documents, presentations, and reports for internal and external meetings.
  
• Handle expense reports, invoices, and other financial documentation with accuracy and timeliness.
  
• Organize team meeting cadences, including preparation of agendas, notetaking, and follow-up with responsible parties on associated actions and deadlines.
  

Communication & Relationship Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact between the executives and internal/external stakeholders.
  
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior executives and external partners.
  
• Act as a liaison between the executives and other team members, fostering clear and effective communication across the organization.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 10–15 years of proven experience as an Executive Assistant supporting C-level executives.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills with a strong ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in office software and tools, including Microsoft Office Suite and calendar management applications.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
• High level of emotional intelligence and mindful stakeholder management.
• Demonstrated discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Adaptability and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous, and dynamic environment.

Why This Role Stands Out
At IDC, your work helps shape how the world understands technology and where it goes next. You collaborate with curious, high-caliber colleagues who value rigor, integrity, and shared success. As the premier global provider of trusted technology intelligence, IDC equips business and technology leaders with the evidence they need to make confident decisions. Our insights inform strategy, investment, and innovation across industries and regions.

Recognized by IIAR as Analyst Firm of the Year for five consecutive years, IDC sets the standard for credibility and impact. With more than 1,000 analysts worldwide and a truly global perspective, we combine deep expertise with practical relevance. Here, your ideas matter, your voice is heard, and your contributions provide the insights leaders rely on every day. It is meaningful work, backed by a culture that supports growth, collaboration, and long-term career development with a globally respected brand.

Compensation Transparency

At IDC, we are committed to fair and equitable pay practices. Employees are compensated equitably for their work, aligned with their skills and experience. Salary and incentive structures are determined through a rigorous process that considers experience, education, certifications, role-specific requirements, internal equity, and verified U.S. market data from an independent third-party partner.

The expected total annual compensation, depending on location and experience, is between $50 – $70 per hour.

Equal Opportunity Employer

IDC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. Employment eligibility verification required. We participate in E-Verify.

IDC is currently able to employ remote workers in the following states: Arizona (AZ), California (CA), Colorado (CO), Connecticut (CT), Washington D.C. (DC), Florida (FL), Georgia (GA), Illinois (IL), Indiana (IN), Kansas (KS), Massachusetts (MA), Maryland (MD), Maine (ME), Michigan (MI), Minnesota (MN), Missouri (MO), Mississippi (MS), North Carolina (NC), New Hampshire (NH), New Jersey (NJ), New York (NY), Ohio (OH), Oregon (OR), Pennsylvania (PA), Rhode Island (RI), South Carolina (SC), Tennessee (TN), Texas (TX), Utah (UT), Virginia (VA), Vermont (VT), Washington (WA), and Wisconsin (WI).