Executive Assistant Job Opportunity at Momentum

An opportunity is available at the Investments and Savings Centre of Excellence for an Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer.  The Executive Assistant to the CEO will gain deep insight into the MMI Group and how the executive leadership of the business operates. S/he will work closely with the CEO and executives in preparing key deliverables.

Requirements:

The successful candidate should have a Chartered Accountant/CFA/MBA qualification. Strong financial analytical and modeling skills would bring a distinct advantage, in addition the candidate should be highly proficient in Excel, PowerPoint and Word, and have excellent communication skills (particularly written) and  organisational abilities.  The candidate should be solutions-oriented with a strong problem solving skill-set and should be able to think strategically.

The successful candidate must present a competent, articulate and professional image and be able to interact with people at senior levels both within the organisation and with external parties. This job will frequently require working to tight deadlines, and will often involve working overtime. S/he must be able to work innovatively in his/her effort to add the maximum value to the role. This person must also be motivated to take on multiple tasks, remain calm under pressure and manage time well. Due to the nature of the work, confidentiality and ethics are of utmost importance.

This position would particularly suit an individual who is ambitious and seeks exposure to high-level strategic decision making and looking for a valuable experience for future career development within the MMI Group.

Appointments will be made in accordance with our EE plan.

Competencies:

 

SKILL	DESCRIPTION
Business	Overview of financial industry Knowledge of asset management industry in its multiple facets Knowledge of asset management industry  value chain Knowledge of financial instruments, markets, etc. Business objectives Business continuity requirements Business budgets and costs, key components of income generation, etc. Key business processes, functions and activities Stakeholder relationships Business risks and controls/accounting controls Accounting background or strong understanding Legislation Competitor landscape and knowledge Industry standards Knowledge of clients
SKILL	DESCRIPTION
Communication skills	Verbal communication Written communication
Project management	Methodology Practical experience/application
Presentation skills	Design content Present to management Present to staff/colleagues Present to clients
Selling/marketing skills	Sell concepts, new processes, etc. to business Sell business requirements and concepts to suppliers/vendors Propose projects/systems and process changes to executive and senior business management Sell concepts, new processes, etc. to clients on behalf of business
Facilitation skills	Information gathering sessions Decision making sessions Process improvement sessions
Decision making skills	Strategic thinking Long term thinking Assess impact of decision against strategic and longer term business views Quick decision making ability Obtain decision from relevant party
Training material and presentation	Methodology Practical experience/application
Soft skills	People management Knowledge transfer Change management Leadership Team player Remain objective in all aspects Relationship management (management, staff, third parties, suppliers, peers)
Analysis skills	Obtain information Logical classification of processes, activities, functions, etc. Understand/interpret information Represent information Analysis methodology Documentation tools
SKILL	DESCRIPTION
Supplier/Third party management	Contract management Contract review Relationship management Budget/expense control and management Expectation management Service level management Management of deliverables

 

Attributes:

• Ability to work under pressure
• Team player
• Self-driven and focused
• Integrity
• Ability to work independently
• Work without supervision
• Limited mentorship
• Perseverance to achieve business goals
• Objectivity
• Conflict management
• Problem solver
• Committed and dedicated
• Self confidence
• Mature and emotionally stable
• Positive attitude
• Detail orientated

 

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