Executive Assistant – Houston, TX
About BrightNight
BrightNight is a renewable power plant developer and Independent Power Producer (IPP) with 37 gigawatts of projects across 20 US states. We design hybrid, dispatchable renewable power solutions tailored to customer needs and leverage our proprietary AI platform, PowerAlpha®, to optimize plant design and operations globally. Backed by strong financial partnerships — including a recent $440M commitment from Goldman Sachs — we're an emerging leader in renewable power looking for team players who thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Role
We're looking for an exceptional Executive Assistant to join our Central Houston office in the Greenway Plaza area — a true operational partner who thrives in a high-stakes environment. You'll support multiple executives and serve as the on-the-ground anchor for our growing Houston presence.
This is a hybrid role: part executive support, part office manager. You'll manage executive logistics, keep the Houston office running seamlessly, and become an indispensable part of a tight-knit, high-performing EA team.
What You'll Do
Executive Support
- Own calendar management for senior executives
- Coordinate complex, multi-time zone travel with a zero-disruption standard
- Serve as a trusted liaison between your executives and internal/external stakeholders
- Handle confidential documents, contracts, and correspondence with discretion
Houston Office Management
- Serve as the primary on-site presence — ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and a professional environment
- Coordinate with IT and facilities for infrastructure and equipment needs
- Support visiting executives with logistics and in-person meeting setup
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Collaborate with the broader EA team to provide seamless backup coverage and consistency across executive support
- Support planning and logistics for leadership offsites and face-to-face team gatherings
- Travel quarterly for in-person meetings with your executives' team
Who You Are
- Resourceful and relentless - you find a way, period
- Proactive - you anticipate what's needed before anyone asks
- Discreet - you handle sensitive information and confidential matters without hesitation
- Poised under pressure - last-minute changes and conflicting priorities don't rattle you
- An ambassador - you represent BrightNight with professionalism, warmth, and energy
- Independent and collaborative - you take ownership but work seamlessly with the EA team
Qualifications
- 5+ years supporting C-suite or senior executives
- Proven ability to manage complex, high-volume calendars across multiple time zones
- Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Enthusiastic about using AI tools to drive efficiency and streamline workflows
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable with a flexible schedule — work gets done when it needs to get done
- Experience with office setup or facilities coordination is a plus
- Based in Houston, TX with ability to be on-site daily
