People & Partners Group (PPG) is a leading Pan-African executive search and strategic human capital partner, headquartered in Accra, Ghana. We excel in placing C-suite and senior leaders across Africa and beyond, with a 98% retention rate, 15‑day completion timeline, access to 100K+ top talents, and 1-year+ free replacement guarantee.Our end-to-end solutions include Employer of Record (EOR), HR outsourcing, payroll, compensation structuring, performance management, recruitment, and corporate training; tailored for multinationals and high-growth businesses expanding into key African markets, the UK, USA, Middle East, and more. Ghana-compliant with global best practices, we co-design agile frameworks to drive your success.Build Outstanding Teams with PPG. Join Africa's growth story!
The Executive Operations & Research Coordinator provides high-level administrative, operational, and research support to the Managing Director, ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the MD’s office.
This role goes beyond traditional administrative duties, incorporating research, analytical support, and structured coordination of business and strategic activities. The role also benefits from a candidate with legal knowledge or experience, particularly in contract review and document analysis.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism and discretion.
Manage and respond to the MD’s emails, ensuring timely and professional communication.
Screen and prioritize incoming messages, highlighting urgent matters and drafting responses where necessary.
Conduct research on business, legal, and operational matters to support decision-making.
Review documents, agreements, and contracts, flagging key risks or areas for attention.
Oversee the MD’s social media accounts, including content creation and page management.
Coordinate schedules, manage calendars, and organize appointments efficiently.
Arrange meetings, prepare agendas, and record minutes as required.
Support travel logistics, including booking flights, accommodation, and preparing detailed itineraries.
Prepare reports, briefs, presentations, and other business documents.
Handle sensitive and confidential information with a high level of discretion.
Act as a liaison between the MD, internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders.
Provide support on strategic projects and special assignments.
Run personal errands and support personal matters when required.
Carry out additional administrative and organizational duties as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Law, or a related field.
Strong research and analytical skills.
Experience in document review or contract handling is an added advantage.
Legal background or exposure to legal/administrative work is highly preferred.
Strong content writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant tools.
Ability to multitask and perform effectively under pressure.
High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Flexible, adaptable, and responsive to changing priorities.
Technologically savvy with the ability to leverage digital tools efficiently.
Technologically savvy with a willingness to leverage digital tools efficiently.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Law, or a related field
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Experience in document review or contract handling
- Legal background or exposure to legal administrative work
- Strong content writing, editing, and proofreading skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to multitask and perform under pressure
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Flexible, adaptable, and responsive to changing priorities
- Technologically savvy with the ability to leverage digital tools efficiently
What We Do
People & Partners Group is a Human Resources Management firm that provides a comprehensive range of HR solutions, acting as a strategic partner to connect job seekers with career opportunities and source talent for clients.
