Executive Assistant

Job Description

A leading organisation is recruiting an experienced Executive Assistant to provide strategic operational and administrative support to its Chief Executive Officer. This role is ideal for a highly organised proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment exercises exceptional discretion and has the ability to manage competing priorities with confidence and professionalism. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly professional Executive Assistant who can operate as a strategic partner enabling executive effectiveness while ensuring seamless operational support.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and optimise the CEOs calendar ensuring alignment with strategic business priorities.
• Coordinate complex local and international travel arrangements including flights accommodation transport and event participation.
• Prepare high-quality reports presentations briefing documents and executive correspondence.
• Track key business priorities deadlines and deliverables across multiple divisions.
• Act as a key liaison between the CEO and internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage confidential information records contracts and sensitive documentation with the highest level of discretion.
• Oversee expense management budgeting administration and ad hoc executive projects.
• Develop and maintain effective systems workflows trackers and administrative processes to improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure the CEO is fully prepared for meetings engagements board interactions and stakeholder engagements.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Administration Business Management or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years experience providing executive-level support to a CEO.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly Excel Word PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Experience in financial administration and budget management.
• Exceptional organisational planning and multitasking abilities.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce professional reports presentations and correspondence.
• Excellent understanding of executive protocol business etiquette and stakeholder management.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement.
• Strong problem-solving skills attention to detail and ability to perform under pressure.
• Flexible and willing to work beyond normal business hours when required.

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