Job Title: Executive Assistant (EA) to [CEO/Director]
Location: [CST – Ballard estate]
Work Hours:
Full-time, Monday to Friday, 1st & 3rd Sat working
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Job Summary:
The Executive Assistant (EA) provides high-level administrative support to the [CEO/Director], ensuring efficient operations and communication within the executive office. The EA will handle a wide range of responsibilities including managing schedules, coordinating meetings, preparing reports, and acting as a liaison between the executive and internal/external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Calendar Management:
- Manage the executive's daily, weekly, and monthly calendar.
- Schedule meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements, ensuring efficient time management.
- Coordinate internal and external meetings, including preparation of materials, agendas, and follow-ups.
- Communication & Correspondence:
- Handle incoming and outgoing communications (emails, phone calls) on behalf of the executive.
- Prioritize and screen communication, responding on behalf of the executive when required.
- Draft, edit, and review emails, presentations, reports, and other forms of communication.
- Travel Arrangements:
- Organize domestic and international travel, including booking flights, accommodations, transportation, and visas.
- Prepare detailed travel itineraries and ensure smooth logistical support during travel.
- Meeting Coordination:
- Plan and organize meetings, conferences, and special events.
- Prepare agendas, take minutes, and ensure action items are followed up.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to confirm details and logistics.
- Document Preparation:
- Create and maintain reports, presentations, spreadsheets, and other documents as needed.
- Conduct research and compile data for executive’s reference.
- Maintain and organize important records and documents for the executive office.
- Project Management:
- Assist in coordinating and managing special projects, following through with key milestones.
- Track deadlines and progress of executive-led initiatives.
- Liaison Role:
- Act as a point of contact between the executive and internal/external stakeholders.
- Foster strong working relationships with key partners and teams across the company.
- Confidentiality:
- Handle all matters with the utmost discretion and confidentiality.
- Ensure sensitive and confidential information is protected.
- Administrative Tasks:
- Manage office supplies, expense reports, and personal tasks related to the executive’s work.
- Assist with personal errands and tasks, as needed.
Qualifications:
- Education: Gratuate/Post Graduate
- Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, or in a similar role supporting senior executives.
- Skills:
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant tools.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage conflicting priorities.
- Discretion and trustworthiness in handling confidential information.
Preferred Qualities:
- Proactive problem-solver with the ability to anticipate needs.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach.
- Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in managing complex travel arrangements and high-level meetings.