Latest Job Vacancies at KPMG, 4th December, 2018


KPMG Nigeria - Our client is a leading indigenous group with interests in diverse portfolio of businesses. Our client is desirous of filling a key role with best-in class talent in terms of skills and experience for the position below:     Job Title: Executive Assistant Ref No: GLO102 Location: Lagos, Nigeria Detailed Job Description

  • Manage the official calendar and schedule of the Chairman; book appointments and organise meetings, visits, lunch, calls etc. with key stakeholders to ensure effective use of executive time
  • Draft routine correspondence on behalf of the Chairman
  • Maintain, update and categorise the Chairman's contacts lists for easy reference at all times
  • Handle the Chairman's local and international travel arrangements, detailing itineraries where necessary
  • Take minutes during meetings, prepare reports of meetings and summary of briefs for use by the Chairman and other stakeholders
  • Receive, open and prioritise all incoming mail, ensuring all correspondence is dealt with swiftly
  • Receive and screen incoming calls and deal with enquiries whenever appropriate with tact and diplomacy
  • Maintain effective and comprehensive electronic  and paper filing systems to ensure efficient flow of correspondence, documentation and ease of access
  • Carry out research, and assist in the preparation of speeches, presentations and report materials when requested
  • Ensure the Chairman's official documents (passport, visa, insurance policies, memberships, etc.) are renewed before their expiry
  • Ensure the protection, security and confidentiality of all files, records and reports
Qualifications & Requirements
  • First degree and/or post graduate degree from a reputable institution
  • Minimum of 5+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant reporting directly to senior management
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, with an ability to become familiar with business specific IT programs and software
  • Ability to communicate is a foreign language is an added advantage
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Impeccable multi-tasking abilities
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills
  • Very good attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills (written /verbal)
  • Professional discretion and confidentiality
  • Friendly and professional demeanour
Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply     Job Title: Chief of Staff Ref #: YHS10 Location: Lagos Detailed Job Descriptions
  • Oversee and manage the office of the Chairman, including supervision of all employees
  • Oversee the management of the Chairman's schedule and activities, ensuring alignment with priorities, and optimal use of time
  • Set the agenda for the Chairman's internal and external meetings and events and ensure that the Chairman is adequately prepared for all meetings and events
  • Coordinate the execution of special projects or commitments of the Chairman
  • Proactively identify issues that could impact the successful execution of the Chairman's commitments
  • Attend meetings, both internal and external, on behalf of the Chairman
  • Liaise with external and internal stakeholders (e.g. employees, government institutions, etc.) on behalf of the Chairman
  • Be the first point of contact on all internal and external communication that require the President's attention and input
  • Prepare / contribute to the preparation of speeches, presentations, articles and proposals for the Chairman
  • Compose correspondence on a wide variety of matters, including material of confidential nature, on behalf of the Chairman
  • Accompany the Chairman to selected meetings/speaking engagements and develop relationships with key stakeholders
  • Perform other tasks as assigned by the Chairman
Qualifications & Requirements
  • Minimum of 12+ years working experience with at least 3 - 5 years in management
  • Experience in consulting, operations or marketing and sales
  • Flexibility to travel
  • High sense of responsibility and accountability
  • Strong business acumen, maturity and tact, including the ability to relate with highest levels of management
  • Highly-developed communications skills (written/verbal)
  • Strong interpersonal and negotiating skills -able to build relationships with stakeholders
  • Able to successfully navigate within varying degrees of ambiguity in a fast-paced environment
  • Unquestionable personal code of ethics, integrity, diversity and trust
  • Good sense of self and strong executive presence
  • Strong decision-making capability
  • Effective, versatile and action oriented
  • High level emotional intelligence/political savviness
  • Resilient
Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply     Job Title: Personal Assistant Ref No: DTR34 Location: Lagos, Nigeria Detailed Job Description
  • Manage the Chairman's & personal calendar and schedule, providing reminders on events as necessary
  • Screen phone calls, enquiries and requests, and handling them when appropriate
  • Arrange social activities for the Chairman as requested
  • Accompany the Chairman to events as requested, handling logistics arrangements and confirming arrangements prior to the event
  • Arrange personal travels, visas and accommodation, and occasionally travelling with the Chairman to provide general assistance during trips
  • Run personal errands for the Chairman as assigned by the Chairman or Chief of Staff
  • Support the Executive Assistant in administrative activities as may be required
Qualifications & Requirements
  • First degree from a reputable institution
  • At least 3 - 5 years working experience
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills
  • Good written and spoken communication skills
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Flexible and adaptable approach to work
  • Ability to use own initiative
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload
  • Calm and professional manner
Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply     Job Title: Facilities Manager Location: Lagos, Ref #: GLO101 Detailed Job Description
  • Work closely with the Chairman and Chief of Staff to plan and execute the overall strategy for managing the Chairman's facilities in different locations, and all household employees
  • Supervise and train all household employees (cleaners, security men, cooks, etc.) and coordinate all household activities, assuring timely and high quality completion of all tasks
  • Supervise the work of external contractors, service people, artisans, and all service providers, ensuring the best quality of work and adherence to all household standards and expectations
  • Carry out periodic inspections of the Chairman's house(s), identifying faults/ issues that need to fixed
  • Ensure routine preventive maintenance is carried out on all household assets (generators, cars, washing machine, cookers, etc.)
  • Organise, schedule and oversee corrective maintenance and repairs of all household assets
  • Develop proposed budgets for running the Chairman's house(s) and prepare periodic shopping lists for household requirements
  • Meet with vendors and negotiate contracts for the provision of food, furnishings, and technical maintenance to ensure good value for the Chairman
  • Keep running records of all household expenses and compare with approved budget
  • Maintain household checking and petty cash accounts
  • Support the recruitment and interviewing of all household staff
  • Develop and maintain secure storage room "vault"Â� and inventory of contents.
Qualifications & Requirements
  • First degree and/or post graduate degree from a reputable institution preferably in Estate Management, or any other relevant discipline
  • Minimum of 8 - 10 years working experience in similar positions
  • Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, networking skills
  • Very good negotiation skills
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Excellent project management skills
  • Action-oriented and driven to results
  • High level of loyalty/discretion.
Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply