Executive Assistant (Hospitality & Retail)

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The Borough Lagos

Job Title: Executive Assistant (Hospitality & Retail)
Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Work Mode: On-site
Job Type: Full-Time

Job Brief
We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and resourceful Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to the CEO across multiple businesses, including a retail and café business, a boutique hotel and restaurant, and other business ventures. This role requires an individual who can manage competing priorities, maintain strict confidentiality, anticipate the needs of a busy executive, and ensure the smooth coordination of daily business and personal commitments.

The ideal candidate is an experienced Executive Assistant who has supported senior executives or business owners with multiple entities and is comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The successful candidate must possess exceptional organizational skills, sound judgment, excellent communication abilities, and the discretion required to handle sensitive information.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 to 4 years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting a CEO, Managing Director, Founder, or other C-suite executive.
• Experience supporting executives who oversee multiple businesses or business units is highly preferred.
• Previous experience in hospitality, retail, real estate, professional services, or other fast-paced industries is an added advantage.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong project coordination and follow-up skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the confidence to engage with senior stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and virtual collaboration tools.
• Experience preparing reports, presentations, meeting minutes, and executive correspondence.
• Ability to work under pressure, adapt quickly to changing priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Flexible to work beyond regular business hours when required.

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