Executive Assistant

About this role

The role is for an Executive Assistant in Lekki, Lagos, supporting the Creative Director and collaborating with the Managing Director and leadership team. The position involves high‑level administrative, organisational, and operational tasks to coordinate executive priorities, meetings, and strategic initiatives. The employer is The People Office, an HR consulting firm providing recruitment, HR setup, and organisational development services. The role requires a proactive, highly organised individual who can manage multiple priorities and ensure follow-through on important decisions. The work supports improving executive efficiency and internal communication to aid business growth.

What you would do

• Manage the Managing Director's calendar, meetings, and engagements.
• Prepare meeting agendas, briefings, and documents for meetings.
• Draft executive emails, reports, and internal communications.
• Maintain confidential executive records and documents.
• Track priorities and maintain an executive action tracker.
• Follow up on assignments with department leads and staff.
• Document and monitor action points from meetings within deadlines.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities to align with business priorities.
• Schedule and coordinate internal and external meetings; circulate documents.
• Prepare consolidated updates on operational progress for the Managing Director.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Business Administration, Management, Project Management or related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in an Executive Assistant or similar support role.
• Experience supporting a CEO, Director, or senior executive is preferred.
• Experience in interior design, construction, architecture, real estate, or creative businesses is an advantage.
• Professional certifications in executive assistance, administration, or project management are a plus.
• Excellent organisational and time‑management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good planning, follow-up, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

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