Executive Assistant Job in Chennai at McKinsey and Company

McKinsey and Company is hiring for the role of Executive Assistant!

Responsibilities of the Candidate:

• Manage complex calendars
• Coordinate international travel
• Facilitate communication with clients and internal teams
• Employ advanced communication skills to negotiate, persuade, and navigate complex situations
• Develop solutions to often ambiguous scenarios and manage them end-to-end by applying a high level of ownership, practical judgment, and resourcefulness
• Demonstrate adaptability and resilience in navigating the fast-paced and dynamic nature of work, often under tight deadlines
• Maintain attention to detail and problem-solving ability in a collaborative and inclusive team environment
• Engage and respond appropriately to maintain relationships with executive-level colleagues

Requirements: 

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in English (C1 level, CEFR or equivalent)
• University degree or equivalent educational qualification
• 1+ years of professional experience preferred
• Strong email and calendaring skills
• Solid knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office applications; Outlook proficiency preferred
• Outstanding customer orientation and ability to professionally handle confidential and/or sensitive information
• Excellent administrative, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment (including prioritization skills, flexibility toward change, sense of urgency, and dealing with ambiguity)
• Strong attention to detail, can-do attitude, and ownership mindset
• Eagerness to learn, collaborate, and share knowledge and experiences across regions and teams
• Ability to establish and strengthen relationships with colleagues, customers, and external vendors across the globe