Business Assistant Officer

About the role

The Business Assistant Officer will provide high‑level administrative and operational support to the Managing Director/CEO of a construction company. This role involves preparing professional documents, coordinating meetings, and acting as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare business reports, presentations, correspondence and other documents for internal and external use.
• Manage the MD/CEO’s schedule, appointments, meetings and business engagements.
• Liaise professionally with clients, partners and team members on behalf of the MD/CEO.
• Coordinate meetings, ensuring all required materials and information are ready.
• Maintain organized filing systems and keep executive records up‑to‑date.
• Track project tasks, deliverables and follow‑ups across departments.
• Provide progress updates to the MD/CEO and follow up with stakeholders.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Assist with personal errands for the MD/CEO when needed.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in real estate, business administration, management or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years post‑NYSC professional experience.
• Previous experience as a business assistant, executive assistant, personal assistant or administrative officer is advantageous.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, strong interpersonal skills and high attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and manage multiple responsibilities.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with digital collaboration tools for document preparation and sharing.