Personal Assistant to CEO

About the role

A premier, publicly listed Sri Lankan conglomerate, a market leader in wood coatings, paints, furnishings and lifestyle solutions, is hiring a full-time Personal Assistant to its CEO in Thalawathugoda. The role provides high-level administrative, secretarial and coordination support to executive leadership, acting as a trusted point of contact for sensitive communications and daily office operations.

Key responsibilities

• Manage executive calendars, schedule appointments, organise meetings and coordinate domestic and international travel
• Handle telephone calls, emails and formal correspondence with stakeholders
• Coordinate meetings, prepare briefing documents, take accurate minutes and follow up on action items
• Liaise with internal department heads and external business stakeholders
• Maintain organised physical and digital filing systems for confidential records
• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational coordination for the executive's office

Required profile

• Diploma or professional qualification in Business Administration, Secretarial Studies, Management or a related field
• Previous experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant or in a similar senior administrative role is preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication with a professional demeanour
• High level of confidentiality, integrity, attention to detail and organisational ability

Required skills

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Digital calendar management tools

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and a corporate benefits package commensurate with experience
• Direct exposure to executive leadership and corporate governance
• Growth-oriented workplace culture with opportunities for career advancement