Executive Assistant

Orcrist is building a next generation data intelligence platform using cutting-edge technologies. We're handling petabyte-scale data with sub-second queries. Our product is a Kubernetes‑based platform delivered as B2B SaaS or as a self‑hosted on‑prem solution, including air‑gapped deployments. We enable customers across defense, law enforcement, and enterprise to turn mission-critical data into actionable intelligence.

What You'll Do

Supporting the CDO in day-to-day operations, structuring priorities and thinking ahead rather than waiting for instructions

Proactively managing and maintaining the CDO's calendar

Drafting and pre-formulating emails and correspondence

Organizing and coordinating appointments, meetings, committee sessions, and events

Preparing for and following up on meetings, including taking minutes and tracking decisions

Planning and preparing business travel, including logistics and itineraries

Managing expense reports and receipts, including scanning, sorting, and maintaining records

Researching, compiling, and preparing information, documents, and presentations

About You

Several years of proven, hands-on experience in a comparable Executive/Personal Assistant role

Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills, with strong attention to detail and follow-through

A proactive communicator who keeps others informed without being asked twice

Own sense of structure and initiative — you bring ideas and ways of working, rather than waiting to be told

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English (C1+)

High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity when handling confidential information

Patience and an even temperament, including in situations where things take longer than expected

Quick comprehension and the ability to adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced setting

Nice-to-haves

Completed business or administrative training, a degree, or a comparable qualification

Proficiency with Google Workspace and other digital collaboration tools

A structured, independent, and reliable work style

Strong organizational skills paired with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset

What We Offer

Remote-first, Germany-wide: Work from wherever you do your best work, with regular team gatherings in Berlin and other off-site locations.

Flexibility by default: Flexible working hours help you make work fit your life.

Your setup, your way: Get a personal home-office equipment budget to create a workspace that works for you.

30 days of vacation: Take the time you need to recharge and come back with fresh energy.

Keep growing: We invest in your personal and professional development.

Get rewarded for impact: Performance bonuses are tied to agreed objectives and key results.

A warm welcome: Every new team member gets a welcome goodie bag.

Good people, good times: From summer and Christmas parties to regular team gatherings, we make time to celebrate together.

A mission that matters: Work on challenges with tangible impact on public safety and national security.