Executive Assistant | Chairman & Group CEO | Kuala Lumpur (English & Spanish)

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We are currently partnering with a leading international business group to recruit an experienced Executive Business Partner to support its Chairman & Group CEO.

Based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, this strategic position offers the opportunity to work directly alongside the Chairman & Group CEO of a multinational organisation operating across multiple continents, with a presence in more than 90 countries worldwide.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a highly organised, business-oriented professional seeking to combine executive partnership, strategic coordination and international exposure within a dynamic and multicultural environment. As a trusted advisor and key point of coordination, you will play a pivotal role in supporting business priorities, facilitating executive decision-making and driving strategic initiatives across the Group.

The Role

As Executive Business Partner, you will act as the primary strategic support to the Chairman & Group CEO, ensuring the effective management of priorities, stakeholder relationships and key business objectives.

You will contribute to enhancing executive effectiveness by coordinating strategic projects, preparing high-level communications, monitoring business initiatives and ensuring alignment across multiple business units and international operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the Chairman & Group CEO's complex calendar, meetings, international travel and stakeholder engagements.
• Act as the key liaison between the Chairman & Group CEO and internal as well as external stakeholders.
• Drive the execution and follow-up of strategic initiatives, ensuring timely completion of actions and deliverables.
• Prepare executive reports, presentations, briefing papers, speeches and high-level correspondence.
• Attend executive meetings, business engagements and international visits, documenting key discussions, decisions and action points.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects, corporate priorities and special assignments.
• Conduct business research, market analysis and stakeholder intelligence to support strategic decision-making.
• Facilitate communication and alignment across departments, regional offices and international business units.
• Monitor progress against strategic priorities and ensure accountability for key action items.
• Handle highly confidential information with the utmost professionalism, discretion and integrity.
• Proactively identify operational risks and business challenges while recommending practical solutions.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management, International Business, Economics, Finance, Communications or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience supporting CEOs, Chairpersons, Managing Directors, C-suite executives or senior leadership teams.
• Previous experience in Executive Office Management, Business Management, Corporate Affairs, Project Coordination or similar strategic support functions.
• Strong business acumen with a solid understanding of commercial, operational and strategic business environments.
• Excellent organisational, planning and stakeholder management skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced international environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluency in both Spanish and English is mandatory.
• Previous experience within multinational organisations, international trade, commodities, manufacturing or FMCG sectors will be considered a strong advantage.
• Availability to travel internationally as required.

What We Offer

• A strategic position working directly with the Chairman & Group CEO of a global organisation.
• Exposure to international markets, senior leadership and cross-functional strategic initiatives.
• A multicultural and collaborative working environment based in Kuala Lumpur.
• Net monthly salary between USD 5,000 and USD 5,500.
• Full visa and work permit sponsorship for both the successful candidate and eligible family members.
• Annual round-trip flight to your home country.
• Housing allowance.
• Car allowance.
• Private health insurance.
• 22 working days of annual leave.
• Long-term career development opportunities within a growing international group.

If you are an experienced executive support professional looking to take the next step in your international career and work closely with senior leadership on strategic business initiatives, we would be delighted to hear from you.

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