Senior Executive Assistant

Temasek is a global investment company headquartered in Singapore, with a net portfolio value of S$518 billion (US$401b, €350b, £304b, RMB2.77t) as at 31 March 2026. Our Purpose “ So Every Generation Prospers ” guides us to make a difference for today’s and future generations. We seek to build a resilient and forward-looking portfolio that will deliver good sustainable returns over the long term.    

 

We have 13 offices in 9 countries around the world: Beijing, Hanoi, Mumbai, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Singapore in Asia; and Brussels, London, Mexico City, New York, Paris, San Francisco, and Washington, DC outside Asia. 

 

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Introduction

We are seeking an experienced Senior Executive Secretary to provide high-level executive support to MD. The role requires a seasoned professional who can operate with a high degree of independence, discretion and judgement, while managing complex priorities and senior-level stakeholder engagements.

Beyond traditional executive support, the individual will act as a trusted partner to the MD supported, anticipating needs, managing competing priorities and facilitating effective coordination across internal and external stakeholders. The candidate should be highly adaptable, resourceful and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, dynamic and global environment.

The individual will also contribute to broader team and institutional initiatives and may be called upon to support projects or administrative taskforces.

Responsibilities

Executive & Strategic Support

• Provide comprehensive executive support to senior management, exercising sound judgement and discretion in managing priorities and sensitive matters.
• Manage complex executive calendars, proactively prioritising engagements, resolving conflicts and ensuring effective use of executives' time.
• Anticipate upcoming commitments and requirements, ensuring executives are appropriately prepared for meetings and key engagements.
• Coordinate senior-level internal and external meetings, conference calls and engagements across multiple stakeholders and time zones.
• Facilitate meeting preparation, including coordination of relevant materials, logistics and follow-up actions.

Stakeholder Management

• Serve as a key point of coordination between the executives supported and senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Build effective working relationships across functions, offices and geographies to facilitate smooth communication and execution.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with a high level of professionalism and discretion.
• Exercise judgement in prioritising requests and escalating matters requiring executive attention.

Travel & Expense Management

• Manage complex domestic and international travel arrangements, including itineraries, accommodation, transportation and changes to schedules.
• Coordinate corporate card and business expense claims, ensuring timely and accurate submission in accordance with company policies.

Requirements

• At least 10–12 years of relevant executive support experience, including significant experience supporting C-suite or senior executive leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to operate at a senior level with a high degree of independence, judgement and discretion.
• Strong executive presence and confidence interacting with senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage complex calendars, competing priorities and time-sensitive matters.
• Highly proactive and resourceful, with the ability to anticipate requirements, identify potential issues and drive matters through to completion.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships across different levels and cultures.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Diploma, A-Level, secretarial qualification or equivalent.
• Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment.