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CoreWeave

Executive Researcher

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

Our Executive Recruiting team hires the leaders who will shape how the world's AI cloud gets built -- partnering directly with our CEO, ELT, and the leaders of every critical function to map markets ...

CoreWeave

Executive Researcher

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Our Executive Recruiting team hires the leaders who will shape how the world's AI cloud gets built -- partnering directly with our CEO, ELT, and the leaders of every critical function to map markets ...

Zoox

Executive Recruiting Lead

Foster City, CA · Hybrid

$185K - $309K/yr

Zoox is seeking a strategic and experienced Executive Recruiting Lead to build and scale our in-house executive search function. In this critical player-coach role, you will act as a trusted thought ...

Careers | U.S. GAO

Executive Director

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$151K/yr

As a Executive Director you will be responsible for the overall administration of the FASAB. This includes oversight and management of the people, budgets, purchasing, programs, and contracts ...

US Legislative Branch

Executive Director

Oakland, CA · On-site

$151K/yr

Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) : The ECQs assess executive experience and potential. They measure whether you have the executive skills needed to succeed in a variety of Senior Executive ...

Zoox

Executive Recruiting Lead

Foster City, CA · On-site

$185K - $309K/yr

Zoox is seeking a strategic and experienced Executive Recruiting Lead to build and scale our in-house executive search function. In this critical player-coach role, you will act as a trusted thought ...

Zoox

Executive Recruiting Lead

Foster City, CA · On-site

$185K - $309K/yr

Zoox is seeking a strategic and experienced Executive Recruiting Lead to build and scale our in-house executive search function. In this critical player-coach role, you will act as a trusted thought ...

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How much do exec jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for exec in California is $28.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.55 and $35.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Exec vs Project Manager?

AspectExecProject Manager
Required CredentialsVaries; often includes leadership or industry-specific certificationsProject Management Professional (PMP) or similar certifications common
Work EnvironmentExecutive offices, strategic planning settingsProject sites, team collaboration environments
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across industries for high-level decision-making rolesCommon in construction, IT, marketing, and other project-driven fields

Exec roles focus on strategic leadership, decision-making, and overall company direction, often requiring broad industry experience. Project Managers handle specific projects, coordinating teams and resources to meet objectives within scope, time, and budget. While both roles require leadership skills, Execs are more involved in high-level planning, whereas Project Managers focus on operational execution.

What are the most commonly searched types of Exec jobs in California?

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What cities in California are hiring for Exec jobs?

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Infographic showing various Exec job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,908 per year, or $28.3 per hour.

Executive Assistant

Regal Executive Search

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description


Executive Assistant
Exciting opportunity to be an Executive Assistant - Senior Executive Assistant to a founding member of a Law Firm specializing in entertainment law.
The Law Firm is well known and established in the area and the successful candidate will be both a professional and administrative assistant.
Duties:
  • Calendar management - setting calls/meetings/lunches/drinks/dinners
  • Rolling calls and keeping a diligent, organized phone sheet, as well as updating contacts as needed
  • Taking notes on calls to memorialize proposals, counter proposals, deal terms, offers, etc.
  • Sending agreements out to clients for signature/countersignature and tracking the status of agreements and payments when necessary. Coordinating start paperwork, often with the help of business managers' offices
  • Filing/document organization - both paper and digital
  • Tracking and maintaining documents with respect to personal matters such as investments
  • Monitoring emails, with specific attention to responding quickly, professionally, and efficiently
  • Managing mail
  • Interfacing with clients and responding to their needs, concerns, questions, etc.
  • Coordinating travel
  • Occasionally drafting formal emails, memos, bios, letters, etc.
  • Performing research assignments as needed

Qualifications:
  • 5 years minimum Executive Assistant experience with C-Level in an Entertainment Company or Partner in an Entertainment Law Firm
  • Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree or JD a plus.

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