• Application Deadline:
• Position: Personal Assistant to the MD / CEO


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 2 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Administration / Secretarial 
  

Job Description

• We are actively seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Personal Assistant to the MD/CEO. The incumbent in this role will play a crucial part in supporting the MD/CEO by understanding the organisation's aims and objectives.


• Responsibilities include optimising the MD/CEO's time through involvement in diverse projects, managing secretarial duties, and handling administrative tasks.


• As the primary point of contact for both internal and external parties, the PA must demonstrate exceptional discretion and maintain confidentiality to excel in this role.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage and organise the MD/CEO's schedule, appointments, and meetings.


• Maintaining MD/CEO’s planner & Diary (outlook experience essential)


• Maintaining MD/CEO’s travel log


• Coordinate and arrange travel itineraries, accommodations, and logistics.


• Prepare and edit correspondence, communications, presentations, and other documents.


• Act as a liaison between the MD/CEO and internal/external stakeholders.


• Conduct research, compile data, and prepare reports as needed.


• Handle confidential information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.


• Assist in the coordination and execution of special projects and events.


• Anticipate needs and proactively address issues to ensure smooth operations.


• Manage communication channels and filter incoming requests for the MD/CEO's attention.


• Prioritise tasks and deadlines to ensure effective time management.


• Taking Minutes at various Management Meetings


• Ad hoc paperwork & duties


• Organising Corporate & staff events

Educational Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Secretarial Studies, or a related field is essential.


• Individuals from diverse disciplines are encouraged to apply, provided they possess a minimum of two years of relevant experience in a similar role.

Technical & Essential Skills:

• Knowledge and experience with complex travel and flight itineraries, particularly international travel/hotel bookings


• Experience of working for Directors/Senior Management


• Excellent Diary Management with the ability to pre-empt and look ahead at all times


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Proven experience as a personal assistant or executive assistant.


• Ability to multitask and experience of dealing with a demanding role and high-level workload


• Ability to prioritise work and manage time effectively and be proactive


• Excellent Organisational skills


• Communication skills – the ability to communicate well at all levels


• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.


• Ability to work independently and take initiative.


• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.


• Strong problem-solving skills and resourcefulness.


• Ability to maintain a high level of discretion and professionalism.