The Executive Assistant to the CEO will serve as a trusted strategic partner, providing comprehensive executive, administrative, and operational support to the CEO. The role involves managing the CEO's office (not calendar management), coordinating strategic initiatives, driving Annual Operating Plan (AOP) execution, preparing business dashboards, facilitating stakeholder engagement, tracking action items, and ensuring seamless communication across internal and external stakeholders.
The incumbent will act as the CEO's representative in various forums, shadow the CEO during key meetings, prepare insightful presentations, and drive governance through effective follow-up and execution monitoring.
CEO>>>> EA
Support the CEO in the preparation, monitoring, and execution of Annual Operating Plans (AOP).
Coordinate with functional heads to track key business deliverables and milestones.
Consolidate performance reports against approved AOP targets.
Monitor strategic initiatives and ensure timely closure of action items.
Prepare periodic business reviews and strategic progress updates.
Timely tracking of AOP milestones.
Percentage of strategic initiatives monitored and completed.
Accuracy of business performance reporting.
Attend leadership meetings and strategic review sessions alongside the CEO.
Prepare detailed Minutes of Meetings (MoM) and circulate them promptly.
Develop and maintain Action Taken Reports (ATR) for all key meetings.
Track commitments made by various departments and ensure timely completion.
Escalate overdue actions and highlight execution risks to the CEO.
Timely circulation of MoMs.
ATR closure percentage.
Develop high-quality presentations for:
Board meetings, Leadership reviews, Business updates, Strategy sessions
Create business reports, briefing notes, speeches, and communication materials.
Ensure all presentations are data-backed and aligned with organizational objectives.
Quality and effectiveness of executive presentations.
Turnaround time for preparing business reports.
Positive feedback from leadership team.
Aademic Advisors
· Business Partners and Clients
· Consultants and Service Providers
· Industry Bodies and Associations
· Educational Institutions and Academic Partners
· Regulatory and Government Authorities
CEO and CEO Office
· Leadership Team / Executive Committee
· Business Heads and Functional Leaders
· Technology & IT Team
· Legal & Compliance Team
· Corporate Communications Team
· All other departments
Consolidate performance reports against approved AOP targets.
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, Commerce, or related discipline.
· 3-5 years of experience in Executive Assistant, Chief of Staff, Business Planning, PMO, Corporate Strategy, or CEO Office roles.
· Experience in EdTech, Education, Consulting, Technology, or High-Growth Business environments preferred.
GMR Group is a leading Indian infrastructure conglomerate with a diversified presence across Airports, Energy, Transportation, Urban Infrastructure, and Sports. With over two decades of experience, the Group has built world-class assets and pioneered innovations in sustainable infrastructure development.
GMR Airports Limited (GAL), the Group’s airport arm, is a leading global airport platform company with extensive experience in designing, constructing, and operating world-class, sustainable airports. Operating under the brand name “GMR AERO”, GAL offers pioneering aviation solutions in retail, aero services, and real estate. In 2020, Groupe ADP joined as a strategic partner and is now a co-promoter in GAL, strengthening its global reach and expertise.
As Asia’s largest private airport operator and the second-largest globally, GAL operates key airports in Delhi, Hyderabad, Goa, and Medan (Indonesia), while developing greenfield projects in Bhogapuram (India) and Crete (Greece). It also provides integrated aviation services, including MRO, cargo, digital innovation through GMR Innovex, and aviation training through GMR Aero Academy.
In the energy and infrastructure space, GMR Power and Urban Infra Limited (GPUIL) leads with a diverse portfolio in clean and renewable energy, smart metering, EV infrastructure, and surface transport projects, backed by strong engineering and EPC capabilities.
Under GMR Sports, the Group promotes talent and drives fan engagement through its ownership of iconic teams like Delhi Capitals (IPL), UP Yoddhas (Pro Kabaddi), and international franchises including Dubai Capitals, Seattle Orcas, and more.
Committed to inclusive growth, the Group’s CSR arm, GMR Varalakshmi Foundation, works across education, skill development, and healthcare, positively impacting communities across its areas of operation.
