Executive Assistant to Chief Executive (Singapore)

About the role

The Executive Assistant provides high‑level support to the Chief Executive of BDO Singapore, enabling the leader to focus on business, client, people and strategic priorities. The role demands strong judgment, discretion, organization and a high degree of ownership.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the Chief Executive’s calendar, prioritize meeting requests, resolve conflicts and ensure briefings are prepared.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, prepare agendas and materials, record action items and track follow‑ups.
• Arrange domestic and international travel, including flights, hotels, visas and detailed itineraries, handling changes independently.
• Serve as a liaison between the Chief Executive and senior management, clients, regulators and partners, routing requests and drafting correspondence.
• Maintain an organized Executive Office, manage confidential records, process expense claims and coordinate visitors and events.
• Handle highly sensitive information with strict confidentiality and exercise professional judgment at all times.
• Provide ad‑hoc business support to the Chief Executive as needed.

Required profile

• Excellent judgment and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to anticipate needs and manage competing priorities.
• Proactive mindset and high ownership of tasks and outcomes.
• Professional communication style with senior stakeholders.
• Ability to protect the executive’s time and manage interruptions effectively.

Required skills