A personal assistant undertakes a variety of administrative tasks to support the manager’s daily activities and long-term agenda. They manage correspondence, schedule meetings, arrange travel, and ensure that all inquiries and requests are handled appropriately. They also prepare reports, presentations, and briefs. This role is pivotal in ensuring that the CMO’s time is optimized, and the executive office runs smoothly.
Responsibilities:
Act as the first point of contact for the manager with internal and external clients.
Handle incoming requests and queries appropriately.
Manage the Manager’s diary, schedule meetings, and appointments, and provide reminders.
Book and manage complex travel arrangements.
Develop and maintain an efficient documentation and filing system.
Produce reports, presentations, and briefs as needed.
Work with:
They work closely with the manager, internal teams, and external contacts to facilitate the CMO's agenda and communications.
Requirements
At least 3 years of experience as a personal assistant to a senior executive.
Comprehensive understanding of office management systems and applications.
Exceptional planning and time management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Discretion and confidentiality.
A good PA possesses exceptional organizational skills, discretion, excellent communication abilities, and the capacity to manage multiple tasks efficiently