Executive Assistant to CEO

About the role

The company seeks a proactive Executive Assistant to support the CEO in a fast‑moving geotechnical and geo‑environmental construction environment in Lagos. You will manage the CEO’s calendar, communications and ensure smooth daily operations.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the CEO’s calendar, appointments, travel arrangements and prioritize sensitive matters.
• Handle emails, phone calls, and other communications, highlighting items requiring the CEO’s attention.
• Prepare, review and circulate documents, memos, agendas, reports and meeting minutes.
• Coordinate and record meetings, conference calls and interviews, including logistics and agenda setting.
• Act as a follow‑up manager to ensure agreed actions are executed.
• Maintain strict confidentiality on all sensitive and personal information.
• Serve as gatekeeper, balancing access to the CEO’s time while creating win‑win situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the CEO.

Required profile

• Minimum three years of experience in executive or administrative support.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; a degree in Geology is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, time‑management and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).