Assistant to the MD

4 weeks ago

Lagos, Nigeria Pharma Ethics Full time

Job Summary

  • This is not a typical executive assistant role but one that requires a highly intelligent, articulate, and strategic individual capable of matching the MD’sbusiness acumen.
  • The ideal candidate will be proactive, resourceful, and able to contribute to high-level decision-making, helping to drive the company’s growth and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide high-level support to the MD, assisting with strategic business tasks, project management, and execution.
  • Research industry trends, competitors, and pharmaceutical market data to provide insights and recommendations to the MD.
  • Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and proposals for internal and external meetings, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
  • Manage high-priority projects for the MD, working across departments to ensure timely execution and results.
  • Collaborate with the MD on business development activities, including client meetings, negotiations, and strategic planning.
  • Serve as a trusted partner to the MD, offering input on critical business decisions and contributing to problem-solving.
  • Draft, edit, and review communications, emails, and documents on behalf of the MD, ensuring a professional and articulate tone.
  • Coordinate the MD’s schedule, prioritizing meetings and tasks to align with business objectives.
  • Assist with analyzing sales reports, marketing strategies, and performance metrics, providing insights that drive operational improvement.
  • Handle complex tasks and challenges with minimal supervision, using strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Pharmacy, Marketing, or a related field.
  • Experience: 2 - 3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry or a fast-paced business environment.
  • Strong business acumen and understanding of pharmaceutical marketing and sales.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and effectively.
  • Highly proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite Excel, PowerPoint, Word and project management tools.
  • Ability to work independently, think critically, and manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines.
  • Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Proactive and resourceful in anticipating the MD’s needs and responding to business challenges.

Key Skills:

  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving
  • Strong business acumen and analytical skills
  • Excellent research and report-writing capabilities
  • Advanced communication and presentation skills
  • Project management and multi-tasking
  • High emotional intelligence and adaptability
  • Ability to match the MD's level of critical thinking and innovation.

Additional Considerations:

  • The candidate should be a fast learner, intellectually curious, and comfortable in a dynamic, high-pressure environment.
  • Interest or experience in the pharmaceutical sector is a strong plus.
  • Must possess the ability to work closely with an ambitious and high-performing MD to help drive business success.

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