Senior Executive/Technical Assistant Hybrid

Zedcrest Group is a foremost new-age financial solutions powerhouse in Africa – creating value for all stakeholders through user-friendly technological innovations and sustainable business practices.

Reports To: Group Managing Director (GMD)

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a highly experienced, proactive, and discreet Senior Executive Assistant to serve as a trusted strategic partner to the Group Managing Director.

Beyond traditional administrative support, you will anticipate needs, manage complex priorities across time zones, handle sensitive information with utmost confidentiality, and contribute to the smooth execution of high-level initiatives. The ideal candidate has proven experience supporting C-suite leaders in fast-paced, dynamic environments and thrives on bringing order to complexity.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and optimise the GMD’s calendar with exceptional foresight, prioritising competing demands and protecting time for strategic focus
• Coordinate complex domestic and international travel arrangements, including detailed itineraries, visas, accommodations, transportation, and contingency planning
• Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, screening emails and requests while maintaining professional and diplomatic communication
• Prepare, edit, and proofread high-level correspondence, reports, presentations, board materials, and strategic documents
• Organise and facilitate executive meetings, off-sites, board meetings, and events — including agenda preparation, material distribution, minute-taking, and follow-up on action items
• Manage special projects and initiatives on behalf of the GMD, from planning to execution
• Handle confidential and sensitive matters with discretion and sound judgment
• Liaise with other executive assistants, department heads, and external partners to ensure seamless cross-functional coordination.

Must have skills

• Confidentiality
• Organization
• Muti-tasking
• Financial markets knowledge
• Microsoft office
• Problem solving Strategy
• Tech-savvy

Good to have skills
Calendering Communication Networking

Qualifications
Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably supporting C-level executives (CEO, CFO, COO, or equivalent) in a fast-paced corporate environment.
• Proven track record supporting senior leaders in complex, multi-time-zone organisations.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional organisational and time-management abilities.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills with meticulous attention to detail and grammar.
• High emotional intelligence, diplomacy, and the ability to interact effectively with people at all levels.
• Absolute discretion and impeccable judgment when handling confidential/sensitive information.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and modern productivity tools.
• Experience with virtual collaboration tools and hybrid work environments.
• Ability to anticipate needs, solve problems independently, and remain calm under pressure.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and occasional after-hours support.

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