Executive Assistant to the MD at International Energy Insurance Plc – Lagos

International Energy Insurance Plc is recruiting a full-time Executive Assistant to the Managing Director in Lagos. The role provides executive administration, calendar and communication coordination, meeting support and confidential assistance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize the MD/CEO’s calendar, appointments, meetings, travel, and strategic engagements to maximize executive effectiveness.
• Prioritize requests and competing demands, ensuring the MD/CEO’s time is aligned with organizational priorities.
• Prepare executive briefs, reports, presentations, speeches, correspondence, and other documentation required for internal and external engagements.
• Conduct research and compile business intelligence to support executive decision-making.
• Support the MD/CEO in driving company-wide strategic projects and transformation initiatives.
• Follow up with business leaders on deliverables, deadlines, and key decisions, escalating risks or delays where necessary.
• Prepare executive dashboards, status reports, and performance summaries for leadership review.
• Coordinate engagements with strategic stakeholders – Board members, business partners, key clients, government agencies, regulators including NAICOM and other relevant institutions.
• Monitor deadlines for executive submissions, statutory filings, and regulatory engagements assigned to the MD/CEO.
• Coordinate local and international travel arrangements for the MD/CEO, including itineraries, logistics, and briefing materials.
• Ensure the MD/CEO is adequately prepared for meetings, conferences, industry events, and official engagements through comprehensive pre-meeting documentation.
• Exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive matters, protecting the integrity and reputation of the Executive Office.
• Perform other strategic assignments and special projects as delegated by the MD/CEO.

Requirements and qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Law, Insurance, or a related field.
• Relevant professional qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Insurance or Project Management are an added advantage.
• 3–5 years of experience providing executive support to a Chief Executive Officer, Managing Director, Executive Director, or other C-suite executive/Senior Management executive.
• Experience within Insurance, Banking, Financial services, or other regulated industries is strongly preferred.