Senior Executive Support (Lagos)

About the role

A reputable legal firm serving companies, private clients and governments is hiring a Senior Executive Support in Lagos via eRecruiter. The role provides dedicated executive support to the Country Managing Partner (CMP) on management support functions such as scheduling, planning, reporting and internal project management.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the CMP with planning, documenting and delivering firm-wide goals and strategic plans, and help prepare management reports and presentations.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare materials, and act as gatekeeper of the CMP's calendar.
• Manage and track projects on time, within budget and scope, conduct post-project evaluations and support the CMP's personal assistant.
• Provide administrative support: scheduling, call handling, correspondence, expense reports, file management and document control.
• Handle travel arrangements, including flight negotiation, accommodation and itinerary scheduling.
• Organize seminar series and speaking engagements across time zones, and proofread materials and reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Support the CMP's strategic initiatives, follow up on contacts and manage special projects with firm-wide impact.
• Draft acknowledgement letters and correspondence, prepare accurate meeting minutes, attend meetings and committees, and foster relationships with partners, associates, clients and vendors.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law (optional), Management or a related field; a Master's degree (MBA, MSc in Business Administration or similar) is highly preferred.
• Minimum of ten years' proven experience supporting C-level executives in a professional services firm.
• Experience managing relationships with high-profile clients, board members and key stakeholders, and overseeing global or multi-jurisdictional projects.
• Proven project management experience and familiarity with project management tools.
• Relevant certifications in executive leadership, project management (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2) or other top-management certifications are valued.

Required skills

• Exceptional written and verbal communication and ability to draft high-level documents and reports.
• Ability to work independently, handle confidential information with discretion, and work long hours with minimal supervision.
• Strong organization, event planning and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple changing priorities and meet deadlines.