Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

Job Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic and highly organized Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive high-level support to our CEO, serving as a liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders. This role demands superior organizational skills, attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to handle a variety of tasks, ensuring the CEO’s office operates efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

Executive and Administrative Support:

• Manage and optimize the CEO’s calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Prepare reports, presentations, briefs for meetings, and meeting of minutes.
• Act as a gatekeeper for the CEO, handling correspondence and inquiries
• Handle sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality.

Project Management:

• Assist the CEO in managing and tracking key projects and deliverables.
• Lead and coordinate special projects as assigned by the CEO.
• Perform research and provide analysis on topics as directed by the CEO.
• Monitor project timelines and deliverables, ensuring alignment with company goals.
• Coordinate across departments to ensure alignment with the CEO’s priorities, and to drive project success.

Meeting Management and coordination:

• Schedule, organize and attend meetings, taking minutes and following up on action items.
• Assist in the preparation of meeting agendas, documentation, and follow-ups.
• Ensure the CEO is well-prepared for all meetings and engagements with necessary materials and information.

Travel and Event Coordination:

• Plan and arrange complex travel itineraries, including flights, accommodations, and ground transportation.
• Organise and manage events, both internal and external, in support of the CEO’s initiatives.

Communication Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on matters related to the CEO.
• Draft and edit correspondence, emails, and presentations manage communications on behalf of the CEO.
• Ensure consistent and clear communication. Communicate on behalf of the CEO with shareholders, clients, partners, and employees.
• Represent the CEO in meetings and events when necessary.

Operational Excellence:

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency of the CEO’s office.
• Develop and maintain systems to track key metrics and performance indicators.

Confidentiality:

• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Ensure security and confidentiality of information relating to the CEO’s responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Extensive experience as an Executive Assistant, Chief of Staff, or in a similar role.
• Superior organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. English and Chinese are required due to work nature. French is a bonus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• High level of discretion and professionalism.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong project management capabilities.
• Experience with strategic planning and business operations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail.