Executive Assistant Recruitment at Talent Spur Advisory

Talent Spur Advisory - Our client, a leading multinational start-up within the Media and entertainment industry, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Executive Assistant

Job Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Contract

Job Description

• Our client is seeking to engage an experienced Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the CEO.
• The successful candidate should be a highly productive, efficient, effective and result oriented individual, as this is a dynamic position that requires the ability to anticipate needs, think critically, and offer solutions to problems with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

What the Job Entails

• Problem solver, happy to take the initiative and can proactively support the Busy schedule of the CEO.
• Prioritize inquiries and requests,make judgements and recommendations to ensure smooth day-to-day engagements.
• Update weekly project calendar.
• Plan and organize the CEO Weekly and daily Itinerary.
• Work closely with the CEO to keep her well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately.
• Draft Email and any other correspondence on behalf of the CEO.
• Anticipate the CEO's needs in advance of meetings, conferences and travels.
• Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks that include;
• Managing an active calendar of appointments
• Completing expense reports composing and preparing correspondence
• Arranging detailed travel plans, itineraries and agendas
• Compiling documents for meetings.
• Attends meetings with the CEO (Physical or remote) , take meeting notes and share contact reports.
• Manage petty cash reimbursements and reconciliation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to the CEO, Including those of a highly confidential or critical nature.
• Prioritize and determine appropriate course of action, referral, or response, exercising judgment to reflect CEO’s style and organization policy.
• Provide event management support as requested.
• Provide hospitality to all guests and help to create a welcoming environment.
• Other projects/duties as assigned for the overall benefit of the organization.

Proficiency & Educational Background

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field, from a reputable institution.
• 3+ years of experience working in the same capacity.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office- Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Project Management Systems.

What Skills are Required to ACE this Job:

• A self starter, with the ability to thrive in an intense, do-it-yourself, start-up environment.
• Strong project managing skills.
• Ability to work well within a cross-functional team and environment.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Well-developed organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Great verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional discretion to make appropriate, informed decisions regarding priorities and available time.
• Ability to complete a high volume of tasks and projects with little or no guidance.
• Ability to react with appropriate levels of urgency to situations and events that require quick response or turnaround.
• Able to maintain a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.
• Excellent judgment is essential.
• Ability to switch gears at a moment’s notice.
• Good sense of Fashion and style, Trendy, Tech Savvy, Pleasant Personality.
• Social Intelligence with ability to take cues by reading body language.
• Should Naturally Love to serve.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application / CV to: talentspuradvisory.careers@gmail.com using the Job position as the subject of the mail.