Strategic Assistant Job at PwC Nigeria

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Job Title: Strategic Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

Reference Number: 125-NIG00038

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Department: Internal Firm Services  

Employer: PwC – PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL)

The Job Concept:

•   The Strategic Assistant will provide high level support to the office of the CEO in the management of the business. She /He will be immersed in strategic and operation analyses as well as have the opportunity to take a lead role in driving projects within the business.

•   The Strategic Assistant will become adept at writing and analyzing reports for the CEO, and the rest of the leadership group, in a concise format, enabling the CEO and leadership group to quickly understand the issues.

•   The job holder will report to the Country Senior Partner but it is important to note that this is NOT a Personal Assistant role; This role sits in the hub of the business and is analytical and outwardly facing.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Financial Analysis:

• Reviewing and analysing financial reports, flagging issues to the CEO

• Conducting analysis on internal departments and external competitors as needed

Writing, Research and Analysis:

• Undertaking research and writing on various subject matter

• Being willing and able to provide an opinion and insight based on this research

• Carrying out internal research as needed

• Support the CEO in Business Planning and analyzing business performance

Marketing:  

• Understanding the nature of brand-building in the professional services industry

• Analysing business strategy and marketing plans

• Assist in identifying potential business/market opportunities

Building Industry Knowledge:

• Learning about the firm's operations in different areas, and related sectors

• Developing a thorough understanding of the professional services industry

• Attending business meetings with the CEO and providing a different perspective on current issues.

Administration:  

• Preparing meeting agendas and assisting the CEO to coordinate and prepare meeting materials and presentations

• Participating in meetings and responsible for taking notes as appropriate

• Coordinate and participate in management/business meetings and generate and evaluate ideas and transform them into realistic action plans

• Working with Business Unit Heads, providing input during discussions and presentations, coordinating key business information to ensure consistency and meeting timelines and milestones

• Assist the CEO in leading, managing or coordinating projects, tasks or reports from Global and regional locations

• Any ad-hoc matters assigned by the CEO's office

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in economics or related field

• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience

• A proven track record in executive communications

• Strong business acumen combined with a fluency in topical news and culture

• A good knowledge of the professional services industry will be an advantage

• Good written and spoken English with the ability to write communications and document accordingly

• Proficient in PowerPoint and Excel

• Strong communication skills and creativity

• Excellent interpersonal skills and able to build & maintain relationships at senior levels

• Diplomatic and politically astute. Effective at working independently as well as in collaboration with others.

• Strong analytical and project management skills. Ability to think strategically

• Good attention to detail and accuracy

• Good creative problem-solving/decision-making skills

• Strong communicator and able to participate in discussions with complex content

• Highest level of integrity and confidentiality

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