Executive PA to the CEO

About the position

Description/Synopsis:

A leading pharmaceutical organisation is offering an exciting opportunity for an Executive PA to the CEO. This role provides high-level administrative and strategic support to the CEO, ensuring effective time management, smooth operations, and professional liaison across all levels of the business.

The successful candidate will be a proactive and detail-oriented professional, capable of managing a complex executive schedule, coordinating key meetings and events, and supporting strategic initiatives. This role is ideal for a skilled Executive Assistant looking to operate at the highest corporate level within a dynamic and innovative organisation.

 



Minimum Requirements:

• Proven experience as an Executive or Personal Assistant supporting C-suite executives
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience in diary management, travel coordination, and meeting preparation
• Ability to liaise confidently with internal and external stakeholders
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to work independently
• Strong problem-solving and multi-tasking abilities

 

Main Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level administrative and executive support to the CEO
• Manage and prioritise the CEO’s diary, appointments, and meetings
• Coordinate complex domestic and international travel, including itineraries and logistics
• Prepare and organise reports, presentations, and briefing packs for executive meetings
• Act as a liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders
• Screen and respond to emails and correspondence on behalf of the CEO
• Organise and support corporate events, leadership meetings, and board functions
• Maintain filing systems and ensure confidentiality of sensitive information
• Assist with special projects and initiatives as directed by the CEO

Desired Skills:

• Diary Management
• MS Office
• Personal Assistance
• Solving Problems
• Stakeholder Management
• Travel Arrangements

About The Employer:

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