BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!
British American Tobacco Papua New Guinea has an exciting opportunity for Executive Assistant in Port Moresby
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Provide comprehensive diary and email management, including scheduling meetings, resolving conflicts, and filtering communications.
- Coordinate internal and external meetings, events, travel, and accommodation logistics.
- Manage expenses, raise purchase orders (POs), and ensure timely goods receipting and payments.
- Draft and distribute communications on behalf of the Head of Function; support ad-hoc project work and general administrative tasks.
- Act as the first point of contact for employee queries, offering timely support and resolution.
- Liaise professionally with internal stakeholders, clients, suppliers, consultants, and global teams.
- Track and manage budgets, and support wider team operations with executive assistance when required.
- Build strong working relationships across functions and proactively contribute to the PA team and business unit.
What are we looking for?
- Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Personal Assistant, supporting senior leaders in large organizations.
- Proven ability to manage diaries, emails, travel bookings, and organize high-level meetings.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively under pressure.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to represent the company professionally.
- High level of discretion, credibility, and sound judgement in handling confidential matters.
- Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs and stay several steps ahead.
- Skilled at filtering information and assessing priorities to support effective decision-making.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
What we offer you?
• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes
WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.
Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.
We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.
