An executive business partner operates at the highest level of executive support - not just managing logistics but actively participating in business operations, strategic projects, and decision-making support.
A great Executive Business Partner does not just complete tasks. They own a function that directly frees you to grow. Here is what that looks like in a scaling business:
01Manage the executive's priorities, time, and strategic commitments
02Own special projects and strategic initiatives on behalf of the executive
03Prepare research, briefings, and materials for key decisions
04Represent the executive in cross-functional coordination
05Serve as a thought partner on operational and strategic questions
How this hire moves your business forward: An executive business partner multiplies the impact of a senior leader more than almost any other hire. They extend the executive's reach into the organization, accelerating execution on the things that matter most.
Why LatAm
Why LatAm Produces Great Executive Business Partners.
LatAm executive business partners at this level often have backgrounds in consulting, investment banking, or chief of staff roles. They bring both operational execution skills and the strategic thinking needed to partner effectively with a C-suite executive.
The timezone overlap with the US is strong. LatAm professionals work within 1 to 3 hours of US Eastern time, so there is no async lag, no late-night handoffs, and no communication gap.
Skills & tools
Know What a Great Executive Business Partner Actually Brings to the Table.
Beyond the resume, here are the skills, tools, and traits that separate strong performers from strong interviewers.
Hard Skills
Executive-level project management
Strategic research and analysis
Oversee cross-functional, high-priority projects and company-wide initiatives.
Executive communications
Decision support
Common Tools
Google Workspace / Microsoft 365
Notion / Asana
Slack
PowerPoint / Google Slides
Zoom
Soft Skills & Traits
Strategic thinker who also executes
Executive presence
Exceptional organizational skills
Discreet with sensitive information
Proactive problem-solver
Compensation
What You Can Expect to Pay.
Based on Sur market data and regional benchmarks. Figures reflect total cash compensation.
Seniority
US Annual
LatAm Annual
You Save
Entry
$70,000
$28,800
$41,200 / yr
Mid level
$92,000
$38,400
$53,600 / yr
Senior
$118,000
$50,400
$67,600 / yr
Spot the right hire
What to Look For, and What to Watch Out For.
Green Flags
Has operated as a true thought partner to a senior executive, not just a logistics manager
Can own a strategic project end-to-end without daily supervision
Represents the executive professionally in cross-functional settings
Trusted with the most sensitive business information
Red Flags
Strong executive assistant who has not operated strategically
Executes tasks but does not think ahead or anticipate needs
Cannot operate independently without constant direction from the executive
Our process
Our Process for This Role.
We do not post and wait. Every Executive Business Partner search we run is built from scratch around your business, your stage, your team, and your goals. And at every step, we are thinking about how this hire helps you grow.
1
Onboarding Call
We start by understanding what you actually need.
2
Role Scoping and Assessment Design
We build a precise role profile and design the custom skills assessment before we search for anyone.
3
Sourcing
We source actively across LatAm and the Caribbean and through our network.
4
Prescreening and Phone Screen
Every candidate is internally screened then put through an English phone screen.
5
Your Shortlist
3 to 5 candidates delivered early in the process with background, audio clip, and our team's recommendation.
6
Skills Assessment
Shortlisted candidates take a custom assessment built to replicate the actual work of the role.
7
Hire and Guarantee
We support the offer, help structure compensation for retention, and back every placement with a 90-day guarantee.
Common Questions About Hiring a Executive Business Partner.
4-5 weeks typically. Most placements are made within 21 days of the onboarding call.
Most LatAm professionals work within 1 to 3 hours of US Eastern time.
All Sur placements speak fluent English. We screen for language ability on every search. High business English required (stakeholder-facing).
A LatAm executive business partner brings consulting or chief-of-staff caliber support at significantly lower cost than a US equivalent. The best candidates have worked directly with C-suite executives in high-stakes environments.
If your hire does not work out within the first 90 days for any reason, we replace them at no additional cost.
An EA manages logistics and communications. An EBP does that and also takes on strategic projects, represents the executive, and functions more like a chief of staff.
Yes. This role requires direct access and trust. Reporting through another layer significantly reduces effectiveness.
Ready to Hire a Executive Business Partner Who Actually Moves the Needle?
Let us design the role together and find you the right person from LatAm.