Executive Assistant to CEO for Pune Location

Job Description

*Should have good experience in Automotive / Manufacturing Industry*

*Job Title:*

The Executive Assistant to the CEO will provide high-quality executive and administrative support to the CEO and act as the coordination anchor for CEO’s Office. The Executive Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for the CEO for both internal and external stakeholders, and requires excellent communication skills, a sound sense of judgement and absolute discretion in handling confidential information. The role supports the CEO’s engagement with Senior Leadership Team, the Board of Director’s, Bharat Forge and Kalyani Group shareholder offices, customers and external partners, and coordinates reviews, follow-ups and special projects directed by the CEO.

*Roles & Responsibilities*

1.Executive Support to the CEO

2.CEO’s Office Coordination & Reviews

3.Business Presentations, Research & MIS

4.External Interface & Visits

5.Confidentiality & Special Projects

*Requirement:*

o Graduate (minimum three-year bachelor’s degree); MBA or an equivalent qualification desirable

o 6–10 years of experience providing executive support at CXO/MD level, preferably in a manufacturing, engineering or automotive environment

o Absolute discretion and a proven track record of handling highly confidential business, financial and people-related information

o Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office — PowerPoint and Excel in particular — and calendar management using Microsoft Outlook/Teams; comfortable adopting digital productivity tools

o Strong research and analytical orientation, with the ability to gather, synthesis and present business information accurately and concisely

o Experience of handling large volumes of administration and managing competing demands; strong ability to build and maintain effective office systems and processes

o Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Hindi (Marathi desirable), with the ability to produce and proofread material of executive quality

o Confidence to communicate at all levels — Board members, Group leadership and senior customers — and to handle difficult conversations calmly and professionally

o Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with senior and high-profile stakeholders

o Takes ownership and pride in the quality of work; able to multitask and prioritize competing demands effectively under pressure

o Willing to travel occasionally to plant locations and Group offices, with flexibility in working hours in line with the needs of the CEO’s Office