Executive Secretary to the Managing Director
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Job Purpose We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and discreet Executive Secretary to provide comprehensive, high-level administrative support to our Managing Director.
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Job Purpose
We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and discreet **Executive Secretary** to provide comprehensive, high-level administrative support to our Managing Director.
The ideal candidate will act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, managing day-to-day operations seamlessly to maximize the Managing Director’s efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- **Calendar & Schedule Management:** Coordinate and maintain the Managing Director's complex calendar, schedule appointments, and resolve scheduling conflicts proactively.
- **Communication Gatekeeper:** Screen and handle incoming calls, emails, and correspondence; draft professional responses, memos, and corporate communications on behalf of the MD.
- **Meeting Coordination:** Organize executive meetings, prepare agendas, take accurate minutes, and follow up on action items across various departments.
- **Travel Arrangements:** Manage comprehensive domestic and international travel itineraries, including flights, accommodation, visas, and expense reporting.
- **Documentation & Reporting:** Maintain a secure, centralized digital and physical filing system for confidential corporate documents. Assist in compiling data and preparing performance reports or presentations.
- **Visitor Liaison:** Welcome high-profile clients, business partners, and guests, ensuring a professional and welcoming representation of the executive office.
Qualifications & Requirements
- **Experience:** Minimum of 5-10 years of experience as an Executive Secretary, Personal Assistant, or Senior Administrator directly supporting C-level executives (MD, CEO, or Chairman).
- **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Secretarial Studies, or a related field.
- **Technical Skills:** Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- **Communication:** Exceptional verbal and written English communication skills. (Knowledge of additional languages is a plus).
- **Core Competencies:** Strong multi-tasking abilities, sharp attention to detail, strict adherence to confidentiality, and excellent problem-solving skills under tight deadlines
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