Sifax Group is one of Africa’s fastest growing multinational corporations with diverse interests in Maritime, Aviation, Haulage & Logistics, Oil & Gas and Hospitality.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Technical Assistant
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Position Overview
- The ideal candidate for this role must be highly organized and proactive in providing support to our top executives who oversee multiple subsidiaries and departments across the Group.
- To be successful in this role, the candidate must be technically skilled, akin to a Financial and business analyst, with the ability to analyze data, develop financial models and simplify business cases for strategic decision making.
Responsibilities
Executive Support:
- Act as the primary point of contact for our Top Executive, managing and prioritizing communications, correspondence, and appointments.
- Coordinate and schedule meetings, conferences, and assist with travel arrangements, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.
- Prepare and organize materials for meetings, including agendas, presentations, and reports.
Data Analysis and Financial Modeling:
- Analyze data from various subsidiaries and departments to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
- Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate business performance, forecast future growth, and support strategic decision-making.
- Assist in preparing budgets, financial reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
Business Case Development:
- Work closely with subsidiaries and department heads to gather information and insights for developing business cases.
- Conduct research and analysis to assess the feasibility and potential impact of proposed initiatives or projects.
- Prepare comprehensive business cases outlining the rationale, risks, benefits, and ROI for executive review.
Administrative Support:
- Assist in drafting and reviewing documents, contracts, and policies as needed. Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Collaborate with other members of the executive team and subsidiary and department heads to ensure alignment of goals and priorities.
- Serve as a liaison between the Top Executive and various stakeholders, both internal and external, fostering positive relationships and effective communication.
Key Performance Indicators
- Calendar management efficiency
- Efficiency and effective of administrative support
- Accuracy of business analysis and financial models
- Time management and effectiveness in following up on action items and tracking progress.
- Communication and relationship management
- Feedback from internal and external stakeholders on communication effectiveness.
- Number of positive interactions and successful resolutions of inquiries or issues.
- Absence of breaches in handling sensitive information.
- Acquisition of new skills or certifications is beneficial to the role.
Qualifications
- Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
- Proven experience (5 - 7 years) as a Technical Assistant or similar role supporting senior executives in a corporate environment.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and business case development.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and experience with business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) preferred.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize assignments, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a high attention to detail and accuracy.
- Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information and company matters.
- Proactive attitude with a willingness to take initiative and adapt to changing priorities.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Professional demeanor, positive attitude, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work long hours and weekends when required.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
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