Executive Assistant

Job Description

This position is the role of an Executive Assistant to the Managing Director (MD) as well as being responsible for the overall corporate communications strategy for the Malaysia Affiliate. Key responsibility is to provide excellent executive service and support to the MD and ad hoc for other members of the leadership team, as well as to implement communications projects and strategies relevant to the Company.

What You Will Achieve
• Provide administrative and logistical support to the Managing Director, including calendar management, travel arrangements, and stakeholder management.
• Oversee internal and external communications, including drafting correspondence, managing company intranet, and crafting press releases.
• Create visually appealing PowerPoint presentations, conduct research, and collaborate with departments to ensure alignment with corporate branding.
• Plan and execute internal events, workshops, and employee engagement activities.
• Develop and implement internal communication strategies to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.

The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work required inherent in the job.

What You Will Need
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience (3 years) as an Executive Assistant or similar role supporting senior executives.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, with excellence in creating dynamic PowerPoint presentations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Creative mindset with the ability to conceptualize and implement engaging presentation content.
• Familiarity with design principles and ability to create visually appealing slides.
• Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

What We Offer
• We provide market-competitive packages and trainings to our staff to ensure they are well-rewarded with room to excel in their career:
• Opportunities to learn and lead: we provide on-the-job trainings to ensure employees are equipped with the most up-to-date skillsets and knowledge.
• Career development: we work with you to advance your career through short-term assignments, relocations and new experiences.
• Work-life balance as a priority: we offer benefits and implement policies to help employees balance their personal and professional priorities

Who We Are
We are the global leader in prestige beauty —delighting consumers with transformative products and experiences, inspiring them to express their individual beauty through our high-touch offerings. We are a brand-led business and the only company focused solely on prestige makeup, skin care, fragrance and hair care with a diverse portfolio of 25+ brands sold in approximately 150 countries and territories. Infused throughout our organization is a passion for creativity and innovation — a desire to push the boundaries and invent the unexpected — as we continue the bold work of our founder Estée Lauder.

We are a values-driven organization. Our actions are rooted in the Lauder Family values of respect for the individual, uncompromising ethics and integrity, generosity of spirit and fearless persistence. Building on these core values we also abide by the following principles
• Unwavering commitment to quality and excellence.
• Infusing creativity and innovation throughout all aspects of the business.
• Nurturing and developing world-class talent.
• Cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace.
• Acting responsibly and caring for the communities we serve.