Executive Business Partner

About the Company

Named a Forbes Fintech 50, Stronghold’s mission is to improve financial access by powering innovative payment and financial services solutions through our open APIs.  We’ve been going deep to lay the underlying rails for modern payments and reach all customers with secure, transparent ways to move money. 

We are seeking team players who can evolve with the company as we scale and add new products. We are a team of technologists and industry experts who take a data-driven and innovative approach to solving problems.  We power possibilities for our customers by bringing the best talent together in an open and collaborative work environment that rewards curiosity and grit.

Stronghold is proud of its SF Bay Area and New Zealand roots and strives to build a diverse team to serve our ecosystem better while staying true to our core values.  Our core values are to Be Self Aware, Have Good Judgment, Be Curious, Seek Innovation, Excellent Communication, High Impact, Be Bold, Be Selfless, Be Accountable, Be Honest, and Show Grit.

About the Role

We are seeking a high-performing Executive Business Partner to provide strategic support to senior leadership. This role requires exceptional emotional intelligence, business acumen, and the ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics. The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted advisor, helping drive key initiatives while managing critical administrative functions.

If you thrive on using exceptional judgment, staying cool under pressure, and building trust with people at all levels, this role is for you! We're looking for someone who loves combining big-picture thinking with hands-on execution to drive results. If you get excited about anticipating needs, taking initiative, and adapting quickly while keeping things confidential, this role is for you.

• Act as a strategic thought partner to executive leadership
• Analyze and synthesize complex information to support decision-making
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and organizational efficiency
• Develop and maintain strategic frameworks and executive dashboards

• Manage complex calendaring and prioritization of executive's time
• Coordinate high-stakes meetings and strategic initiatives
• Oversee project timelines and ensure accountability for deliverables

• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Facilitate effective communication across all organizational levels
• Represent the executive in key meetings and follow up on action items
• Develop and maintain stakeholder engagement strategies and protocols

• Coordinate travel logistics and complex scheduling
• Manage confidential information and sensitive communications
• Oversee administrative processes including expenses and documentation
• Optimize resource allocation and budget management processes

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, or related field
• 10+ years of experience supporting senior executives in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
• Superior written and verbal communication abilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellence in prioritization and project management
• Proficiency in modern business technologies and tools

This role is based in our San Francisco Office and will be required to come in Monday, Wednesday & Thursday.

As an equal opportunity employer Stronghold does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, military or veteran status.