Executive Assistant / Admin Specialist (AI-Driven Ops Partner) - A148

Pearl – Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Industry

• AI / HealthTech / Operations

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About Pearl Talent

Pearl works with the top 1 % of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5 B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund.

About The Company

Our client is an AI‑powered healthcare advocacy startup on a mission to help patients navigate the U.S. healthcare system with empathy and precision. The startup combines cutting‑edge automation with human‑centered support to help Medicare patients manage care plans, diagnoses, and medical billing while reducing administrative complexity.

Role Overview

We’re hiring an Executive Assistant / Admin Specialist (AI‑Driven Operations Partner) to serve as the operational backbone for the founding team. You’ll manage time, systems, and communication—anticipating needs before they arise, driving alignment across priorities, and enabling the founders to focus on strategy, partnerships, and growth. This is a high‑trust, high‑autonomy role perfect for someone who thrives in startup environments and loves solving operational challenges.

Your Impact

Core Responsibilities

Founder Support & Communication – 35 %

Operational Systems & Workflow Management – 30 %

Recruiting & Strategic Coordination – 20 %

Documentation & Strategic Projects – 15 %

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Nice‑to‑Have (Preferred)

Tools Proficiency

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Preferred

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Ready to Join Us?

If you’re proactive, hyper‑organized, and passionate about helping founders operate at peak performance, we’d love to meet you. Apply now and help scale an AI‑driven healthcare startup that’s reshaping patient advocacy.

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