Executive Assistant at Owens and Xley

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos

Qualification: BSC/BA in any Business Administration or any related field

Experience: 2-3 years work experience as an Executive Assistant

Salary: Negotiable
We are currently looking to hire an Executive Assistant for our client, the CEO of a luxury salon located in Ikoyi, Lagos.
Job Description

• Provide administrative assistance, such as writing and editing emails, drafting memos, and preparing communications on behalf of the CEO
• Organize meetings, including scheduling, sending reminders and organizing catering when necessary
• Manage the CEO’S calendar, including making appointments and prioritizing the most sensitive matters
• Act as the point of contact between the CEO, employees, clients and other external partners
• Manage information flow in a timely and accurate manner
• Perform minor accounting duties
• Submit daily report on tasks carried out to the CEO
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Google Suite proficiency
• Familiarity with office productivity tools and applications (e.g. e-calendars)
• Excellent MS Office knowledge
• Diplomatic and tactful.
• Ability to organize a daily workload by priorities
• Ability to take initiative, give instructions, and be accountable for results
• Must be able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced quickly changing environment
• A proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making skills
• Professional level verbal and written communications skills.
• Must act with tact and maintain confidentiality
• Able to use discretionary judgment and make solid decisions
• Must demonstrate the confidence and ability to relate with stakeholders (clients, influencers, agencies etc.) in an assertive and professional way.