Executive Assistant

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This role is an Executive Assistant position at The People Practice, placed with a client in the Energy Sector. The Executive Assistant will support leadership and the COO by managing calendars, information flow, and ensuring executive decisions are acted upon. Based in Abuja or Lagos, full-time, requiring 5-7 years experience.

• Strategic role supporting COO and leadership
• Energy sector client
• Full-time, BA/BSc/HND required, 5-7 years experience
• Locations: Abuja and Lagos
• Deadline: Oct 2, 2026

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Read more about this company Executive Assistant Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 5 - 7 years Location Abuja , Lagos Job Field Administration / Facilities Our client, a major stakeholder in the Energy Sector is looking to hire an Executive Assistant who will act as the strategic anchor for the organisation’s leadership and the COO. This role controls the flow of information, protects leadership time, and ensures that executive decisions are translated into immediate action. Operating at the intersection of public sector bureaucracy and corporate speed, you will manage day-to-day administrative complexity so leadership can focus entirely on key energy priorities. Responsibilities Calendar & Priority Management Proactively triage meeting requests, resolve conflicting priorities, and build daily schedules that maximize productivity and minimize burnout. Act as the primary, polished point of contact for high-level external stakeholders; diplomatically triage access requests based on urgency and strategic alignment with the organisation\'s priorities. Information Flow & Documentation Draft, review, and dispatch sensitive correspondence. Ensure all incoming briefs and memos are summarized, flagged by priority, and routed appropriately. Prepare agendas, compile background briefing packs before meetings, take concise minutes, and ruthlessly track action items to completion. Maintain a secure, meticulously organized physical and digital filing system where critical government documents or project briefs can be retrieved instantly. Operational Support Provide agile administrative support to the COO, ensuring seamless alignment between the organisation\'s leadership’s schedule and wider office operational workflows. Must have skills Outstanding Verbal communication and presentation skills. Exceptional writing Qualifications Demonstrated experience supporting organization leaders or public figures, with an intimate understanding of official state protocols, hierarchies, and civil service sensitivities. Minimum of 5-7 years of experience supporting C-suite executives in high-pressure corporate environments. Power-user capabilities in productivity suites (Google workspace, Microsoft 365, advanced Outlook calendar management, SharePoint, and tracking tools). Strong project coordination skills; ability to independently follow up with team heads on tasks without leadership intervention. Check how your CV aligns with this job Method of Application Interested and qualified? Go to The People Practice on hris.peoplehum.com to apply Build your CV for free. Download in different templates. Share Save Email Report Get new Administration / Facilities jobs like this on Telegram. 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