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Senior Executive Assistant to Global Business Advisor

Work alongside a globally recognized business advisor and become the driving force behind international executive relationships, world-class travel coordination, and high-impact business operations. At Manpower, we believe exceptional professionals help shape the future of business. As a Senior Executive Assistant to a Global Business Advisor, you'll partner directly with an influential advisor who works with CEOs, executives, business leaders, and organizations around the world. This is far more than a traditional administrative role. You'll serve as a trusted business partner, relationship manager, travel coordinator, and strategic gatekeeper supporting complex international operations. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy interacting with high-level executives, and have a talent for keeping multiple priorities organized across global time zones, this opportunity offers a truly unique and rewarding career experience.

Key Responsibilities / What You'll Do

• Serve as the primary point of contact for CEOs, executive assistants, business leaders, and international stakeholders.
• Manage a highly dynamic executive calendar spanning multiple countries and time zones.
• Coordinate complex domestic and international travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, ground transportation, visas, and meeting logistics.
• Communicate professionally through phone, email, and virtual meetings with high-profile business contacts worldwide.
• Prepare meeting agendas, executive briefings, presentations, and follow-up communications.
• Anticipate scheduling priorities and proactively resolve conflicts before they impact business operations.
• Maintain confidential business and personal information with the highest level of discretion.
• Support travel preparation, including organizing, shipping, tracking, and managing travel-related materials and supplies.
• Build strong, trusted relationships across diverse cultures and international business environments.
• Respond effectively to last-minute travel changes, urgent requests, and shifting executive priorities.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Must-Have

• 10+ years of executive assistant experience supporting C-suite leaders, senior consultants, business advisors, or comparable executive-level professionals.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating international business activities and global travel.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with executive-level presence.
• Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to manage numerous priorities simultaneously.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong technology proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite, virtual collaboration tools, scheduling platforms, and CRM systems.
• Experience managing complex calendars across multiple time zones.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience supporting executives with international business operations across Asia, South America, the Middle East, Europe, or Africa.
• Familiarity with ACT CRM or similar contact management platforms.
• Knowledge of international business etiquette and cross-cultural communication practices.
• Experience coordinating executive events, international meetings, or leadership engagements.

Personal Attributes

• Highly energetic, self-motivated, and proactive.
• Exceptional attention to detail and memory for critical information.
• Calm and resourceful under pressure.
• Adaptable and capable of managing changing priorities.
• Professional, polished, and relationship-focused.

Why Manpower? We're Kind of a BIG Deal!

We're more than just a staffing agency. We're your Career Partner.

• We're Local!
• Access to Career Opportunities Nationwide
• Premium Pay Rates for your experience and expertise
• Access to Hidden Jobs that aren't advertised elsewhere
• Career Growth Opportunities with exceptional organizations
• Full Benefits Eligibility to support your health and future
• Nationally Recognized for Excellence
• Forbes Best Professional Recruiting Firms
• Ethisphere World's Most Ethical Companies

What's In It For You?

• Opportunity to work directly with a respected global business advisor.
• Exposure to international business operations and executive leadership.
• Challenging and rewarding work where no two days are the same.
• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Professional growth through direct interaction with business leaders from around the world.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Supportive recruiting team committed to your success.

Who is Manpower?

Locally owned, but globally connected, Manpower is a full-service staffing and recruiting company. Manpower connects qualified candidates with regional employers throughout West Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky, and beyond. With multiple regional locations and over 50 years serving the Tri-State market, Manpower has your job search covered.

Want to learn more?

Visit us online at Manpower.com or find us on Facebook at @WVManpower.

How to Apply / Contact Us

Text/Call: 304-305-1345 Apply Online: Manpower.com Visit Us: Your Local Manpower Office (Mon-Fri, 8 AM-5 PM)

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