Personal Assistant to CEO

We are seeking a dynamic individual to work as the Personal Assistant to CEO and to be a part of our growing organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the CEO’s daily calendar, including scheduling appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Handle professional correspondence, including emails, letters, reports, and other confidential documentation.
• Coordinate foreign client visits and liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth execution.
• Prepare presentations, reports, business correspondence, and other corporate documents as required.
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality regarding personal, financial, corporate, and business information.
• Act as a key liaison between the CEO and senior management team.
• Manage urgent tasks and business matters independently, exercising sound judgment and discretion.
• Represent the CEO professionally in communications and interactions with clients, and other external parties.
• Undertake additional duties, projects, as directed by the CEO.

Candidate Profile

• Holds a qualification in Business Administration or a similar domain.
• Minimum 1- 2 years of experience in an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, or similar administrative role supporting to senior management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with strong business correspondence.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams

  Experience in coordinating meetings, travel arrangements, and client visits.

• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior management, clients, and external partners.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and proactively resolve issues.
• High level of professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering quality work.
• Experience working in a corporate environment and supporting executives will be a distinct advantage.

If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this challenging role, please apply via email to [email protected] indicating the position on the subject line of the email. The closing date for applications will be 14th October 2026. Only the short-listed applicants will be called for an interview. Influencing will not have any bearing on the selection process, which is merit based.

Hayleys is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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