Executive Assistant to Founder

About the role

We are seeking a proactive Executive Assistant to support the Founder of Tilt, a growing creative agency in Lagos. The role involves full ownership of the Founder’s calendar, communications, and operational coordination, ensuring strategic time is protected and the business runs smoothly.

Key responsibilities

• Own and manage the Founder’s calendar, scheduling internal and external meetings across multiple time zones.
• Prepare the Founder for every meeting with relevant documents, background information, and agendas.
• Arrange travel, including flights, accommodation, visas and detailed itineraries.
• Tri­age the Founder’s inbox, draft correspondence and handle enquiries with discretion.
• Track action items and deliverables across client accounts, holding team members accountable to deadlines.
• Maintain organised digital filing systems and support financial administration with the accountant.
• Attend meetings to capture notes, decisions and action points, then circulate clear summaries.
• Conduct research for business development, new client pitches and internal projects.

Required profile

• Strong university degree (Business, Economics, Law, Communications, International Relations, English or Humanities).
• Minimum 3 years experience as an Executive Assistant, Chief of Staff, Business Manager or senior administrative role.
• Proven experience supporting a founder or C‑suite executive and managing complex diaries.
• Track record of handling competing priorities and multiple stakeholders in a fast‑paced, high‑standard environment.
• Flawless written English and the ability to draft on the Founder’s behalf.

Required skills

• Google Workspace
• Project‑management tools such as Asana or Notion
• Video‑conferencing platforms

What we offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Direct exposure to founder‑level operations in a growing creative agency.
• Professional development and progression opportunities.
• Hybrid working flexibility with on‑site presence as needed.
• Collaborative, high‑performing team environment.