Executive Assistant to MD - Logistics Firm

Role: EA (Strategic Business Assistant) to MD : IF YOU HAVE CURRENTLY / PREVIOUSLY DONE A EA ROLE ELSE INTERESTED IN A EA ROLE ONLY THEN APPLY.

Reporting Head: MD and Group CEO

Based at: Corporate Office in Chennai

Direct Reports: None

Purpose of the Role :

To support the MD on all Strategic and Administrative duties related to his office in an organized and skillful manner.

Key Responsible Areas (KRAs):

- Work closely with the Executive and assist him on all assignments delegated from time to time.

- Monitor tasks delegated by MD to various stakeholders and follow up to ensure its achievement as per the agreed timeframes.

- Provide support on business strategies and assist him with execution of various projects or assignments from time to time.

- Drive improvement initiatives on behalf of the Executive for the group.

- To carry out data analytics - analyse the portfolio of all group companies and various reports such as the P&L, operational processes and budgets, audit reports, feasibility reports, etc., and present the analysis or recommendations to the MD.

- Conduct research on various subjects and companies, as and when the task is delegated and submit the analysis with recommendations.

- Liaise with different country-functions and facilitate communication between entities at local, regional and global level on behalf of the Executive.

- Preparing Minutes of various meetings, reviewing/following up on action items and preparing a gist for periodical reviews.

- Manage Personal finances, including investments and taxations.

Competencies: Required Qualifications and Experience:

- Strategic Thinking - CA OR MBA (Finance) is a must

- Leadership - Minimum 2-3 years of experience

- Result-oriented - Strong financial acumen with proven analytical skills

- Decision Making - Ability to multi-task, collaborate and meet deadlines

- Financial Management - Ability to handle sensitive and confidential issues

- A motivated self-starter with proven ability to build relationships with, and influence all levels within the organization

- Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)