Executive Assistant - Must be Available To Start Immediately

PLEASE READ THE FULL JD BEFORE APPLYING. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE DISQUALIFIED.
About The Opportunity
Our client is a dynamic and fast-growing financial services company dedicated to providing accessible and innovative credit solutions to businesses in Nigeria. They are a key player in the SME lending space, empowering companies to achieve their growth objectives.
They are currently seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to their senior leadership team. This role is a critical force multiplier, enabling the executives to focus on strategic initiatives by ensuring their schedules and administrative needs are managed seamlessly. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned EA who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and wishes to be at the centre of a thriving business. The role is based in-office, in Lagos.
Application Process & Qualifying Questions
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter, which should include the answers to the following qualifying questions. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed:

• Please describe your experience supporting senior executives, specifying if this was in a fintech, financial services, or startup environment.
• Can you provide an example of a time you had to manage multiple conflicting priorities for an executive? How did you decide what to tackle first?
• What tools and software are you proficient in for calendar management, travel booking, and expense reporting?
• This is a full-time role based in Lagos. Can you confirm your availability to work from the office?
• What are your salary expectations and current notice period?
  

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively manage and coordinate complex calendars for senior executives, anticipating conflicts and ensuring a seamless schedule.
• Act as the primary point of contact and gatekeeper, handling internal and external correspondence with professionalism and discretion.
• Arrange comprehensive domestic and international travel itineraries, including flights, accommodation, visas, and ground transportation.
• Organise, prepare for, and support key meetings, including compiling agendas, taking minutes, and diligently tracking action items.
• Prepare and submit expense reports in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist with the creation and formatting of presentations, reports, and other important business documents.
• Handle highly confidential and sensitive information with the utmost integrity.
• Manage ad-hoc projects and personal errands as required to provide comprehensive support to the executives.
  

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, or in a similar role supporting C-level or senior leadership.
• Experience working within a fintech, financial services, or fast-paced startup/scale-up environment is highly desirable.
• Exceptional organisational and time-management skills, with a proven ability to multitask and prioritise effectively.
• A high level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and modern productivity tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Slack).
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• A proactive, resourceful, and problem-solving mindset with a strong ability to anticipate needs before they arise.
• A high degree of professionalism and discretion is essential.
• A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience is acceptable.
  

On Offer

• A competitive salary package based on experience.
• Opportunity to work with a fast-growing finance company
• Career growth and learning opportunities
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment
  

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