Job Summary
- The Executive Assistant will serve as a trusted partner to the CEO, providing executive, administrative, and strategic support while ensuring seamless coordination between the CEO, Board of Directors, Senior Leadership Team, and key external stakeholders.
- The successful candidate will play a critical role in enhancing executive effectiveness, supporting governance processes, and driving accountability across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Office Management
- Manage and coordinate the CEO's calendar, meetings, appointments and travel schedules.
- Prioritise competing demands and ensure efficient management of the CEO's time.
- Prepare meeting agendas, briefing materials, and executive correspondence.
- Track action items and ensure timely follow-up and execution.
Board Governance & Reporting
- Coordinate Board and Committee meetings.
- Prepare and distribute Board packs and supporting documentation. Record and circulate Board minutes and resolutions.
- Track Board action items and management commitments.
- Maintain confidential Board records and governance documentation.
Senior Leadership Team Coordination
- Coordinate Executive Committee and Senior Leadership Team meetings. Consolidate reports and presentations for CEO review.
- Follow up on strategic initiatives and organisational priorities.
- Monitor progress against agreed deliverables and deadlines.
Strategic & Project Support
- Assist in coordinating strategic initiatives and special projects.
- Prepare executive reports, dashboards, presentations, and briefing papers. Conduct research and analysis to support business decision-making.
- Stakeholder Management
- Act as a key liaison between the CEO and internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintain strong relationships with Board members, business partners, suppliers, and senior leaders.
- Ensure timely and professional communication on behalf of the CEO.
Confidentiality & Governance
- Handle highly sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Uphold corporate governance standards and organisational policies.
- Maintain secure records and documentation.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, Corporate Governance, Communications, Human Resources, Finance, Law, or a related field.
- Minimum 5-8 years' experience supporting a CEO, Managing Director, Executive Director, or other C- Suite Executive.
- Demonstrated experience managing Board processes and executive governance.
- Strong experience in report writing, presentation development, and executive communication. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- We are looking for a candidate who demonstrates:
- Unquestionable Integrity and Confidentiality
- Executive Presence and Confidence
- Strategic Thinking and Business Acumen
- Exceptional Planning and Organisational Skills
- Strong Stakeholder Management Skills
- Excellent Written and Verbal Communication
Attention to Detail
- Ability to Work Under Pressure and Meet Tight Deadlines
- Proactive Problem-Solving Capability
- Professionalism and Sound Judgment
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
The successful candidate will:
- Enable the CEO to focus on strategic priorities by ensuring efficient management of executive activities.
- Deliver high-quality Board and executive reports on time.
- Maintain effective coordination across the Senior Leadership Team.
- Ensure timely follow-up and execution of strategic action items.
- Build strong and trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Consistently uphold the highest standards of confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity.