Executive Assistant

BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation.

To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey!

SENIORITY LEVEL: Executive

FUNCTION: General Management

LOCATION: Lagos

The role is responsible for providing comprehensive and proactive support to the Functional Director on a wide range of complex tactical and administrative tasks whilst prioritizing and taking personal responsibility for all activities in order to improve efficiency. This role will also be responsible for executing defined work projects of moderate complexity).

Reports to: Functional Director, West & Central Africa

Reporting Level: Internal

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Manage the work schedule (calendars, visits and work plans) and correspondence for the Functional Director to ensure optimal use of time and resources
• Develop and implement complex presentations, reports, memos and other analysis and communication materials for internal and external use using the Microsoft office suite (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
• Co-ordinate meetings and engagements for the Top team within the area
• Responsible for organizing extensive global travel arrangements for Functional Director and other Regional visitors - transportation, hotels and visas in place
• Perform routine transactions such as cash advance, expense statements & retirements as required
• Organizing conferences (local and global), workshops and team-build events
• Effectively interface with other Top Team Members and their PAs to achieve targets
• Effective relationship with and Role Model to PAs within BAT and in other companies
• Identify areas for improvement and execute plans as required

CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?

Can you multitask, prioritise and organise like a pro?

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• BSc/BA Degree
• Previous working experience in a similar role, in a leading corporate organisation is an advantage
• Great MS Office skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and ability to prepare complex reports
• Proactive “can do” work ethic – flexible approach to working
• Excellent organizing and prioritizing skills
• Great communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, with an assertive attitude
• Self-starter, keen and confident to use own initiative
• Ability to establish priorities, maintain confidentiality and work under pressure
• Good numerical skills to work with financial systems and resolve queries

BENEFICIAL

• Possibility to grow in the role
• Access to learning and development opportunities
• Competitive package

WE ARE BAT

At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT.

• Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
• Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
• Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
• Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!