Strategic Support Specialist

The Role

As a Strategic Support Specialist, you'll be part of a fast-paced and supportive environment where you can make a real difference. You'll work on complex challenges that have a direct impact on people's lives, helping us evolve our business and reach new heights.

This role reports directly to the Managing Director, Philippines. This position requires a strategic, detail-oriented professional with excellent communication skills who will drive key administrative excellence while taking ownership of diverse project management initiatives. The Strategic Support Specialist will co-lead company and employee engagement projects, manage large-scale events, and provide high-level executive support to the leadership team. This role combines operational excellence with strategic project delivery, requiring someone who can seamlessly transition between executive support responsibilities and leading complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives that drive organisational success.

Executive Partnership & Strategic Coordination:

  • Partner with the Managing Director to strategically manage priorities, complex scheduling, and travel coordination, ensuring critical business initiatives receive appropriate focus and resources
  • Anticipate needs and proactively coordinate the Managing Director's strategic activities, maintaining seamless follow-up on high-impact projects and deliverables
  • Prepare executive-level correspondence, strategic presentations, and business documents that support key decision-making processes
  • Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive business information
  • Execute administrative processes within Workday and related systems with precision, including expense management and approval workflows

Strategic Project Leadership & Collaborative Excellence:

  • Support the planning and flawless execution of company events, meetings, and conferences, working collaboratively with the Office Experience Team to enhance organizational culture
  • Provide strategic project management support to leadership initiatives, including comprehensive planning, progress monitoring, and executive reporting to ensure quality outcomes and timely delivery
  • Foster cross-functional collaboration by coordinating team activities and facilitating clear, effective communication that drives organizational alignment and success

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
  • Proven, strong and solid experience as an Strategic Support Specialist or in a similar role, supporting top leadership.
  • Brings strong business fluency and a proactive desire to master our operations, ensuring seamless execution of executive priorities and cross-functional initiatives
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Experience in event planning and project management.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong inclination towards maximizing technology tools to efficiently and effectively manage administrative tasks.

Personal Attributes:

  • High level of professionalism and integrity.
  • Strong business fluency and curiosity, with a heartfelt passion for Jobstreet’s purpose
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to prioritize effectively and handle multiple tasks given the inclination to collaborate effectively
  • Positive attitude and a proactive approach to work.

Up for the challenge? Apply Now!

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