Executive Assistant to the President

ISBR Business School · India

About the Role

ISBR Business School is looking for a sharp, highly proactive Executive Assistant to support the President in a fast-paced, high-demand environment. The President operates at speed and expects the same from the people around him, this role is built for someone who can anticipate needs before they're voiced, manage a constantly shifting set of priorities and bring genuine business judgment to the table rather than simply executing instructions.

Key Responsibilities

Calendar, Time & Priority Management

• Own and manage the President's calendar with a clear sense of priority, not just scheduling, but actively protecting time for what matters most
• Anticipate scheduling conflicts and resolve them proactively, without needing to be asked
• Coordinate meetings, travel and events across multiple stakeholders (internal leadership, faculty, corporate partners, government/institutional contacts)

Research & Information Support

• Conduct fast, high-quality research using AI tools and other resources to brief the President ahead of meetings, decisions or negotiations
• Summarize complex information (reports, proposals, industry trends, competitor moves) into clear, actionable briefs
• Stay ahead of relevant developments in higher education, business, and the President's areas of interest

Business & Operational Support

• Track deliverables, deadlines and follow-ups across multiple ongoing initiatives, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks
• Draft, review, and manage correspondence, presentation, and reports on the President's behalf
• Exercise sound business judgment when representing the President's priorities to internal teams and external stakeholders
• Manage confidential and sensitive information with complete discretion

Coordination & Follow-Through

• Act as a central point of coordination between the President's office and departments/teams, ensuring alignment and timely execution
• Follow up independently on action items from meetings and communications
• Handle ad hoc requests and unexpected priorities calmly, in a fast-changing, high-pressure environment

What We're Looking For

• Strong track record of managing complex calendars, competing priorities, and tight deadlines
• Excellent research skills, with comfort using AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity) to work faster and produce sharper output
• A proactive mindset, someone who spots what needs to happen next rather than waiting to be told
• Business acumen: able to understand organizational priorities, read situations and make sound judgment calls
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential matters
• Ability to thrive under pressure and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Prior experience supporting senior leadership (CXO/President/Director level) preferred

Ideal Candidate Profile

Someone who is unflappable under pressure, sharp with information, quick on their feet, and genuinely enjoys being the person who makes everything run smoothly behind a busy leader without needing constant direction.