Executive Assistant

Imerys; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Imerys India is seeking an Executive Assistant to manage the Hyderabad office, support Directors and Managers, and coordinate communications and events. The role requires a strong background in office administration, superb English communication, and the ability to handle travel and vendor coordination.

The candidate will oversee logistics, safety, IT coordination, and internal/external communications, contributing to efficient office operations and a professional environment for employees and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field.
• 5-10 years’ experience in office management.
• Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs/Slides/Sheets).
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Good time management and multitasking abilities.
• Experience in event management is a plus.
• Ability to supervise people.

Responsibilities

• Ensure office is safe and hazard-free; organize regular safety meetings.
• Manage Administrative functions including payments, newsletters, memberships, and FAC/maintenance contracts.
• Coordinate IT & telecom support for office, team, and visitors.
• Support sales logistics matters; maintain customer mailing lists; coordinate Customer Days.
• Act as Communications Representative for Imerys India; manage exhibitions and events; handle vendor contracts and budgets.
• Organize internal events and meetings; prepare merchandising and signage per guidelines.
• Assist Communications with local tools (Secar Gazette, ads, web events).
• Arrange travel: flights, trains, visas, hotels, cars, forex, SIMs for team and visitors.

Skills

Office management

Google Suite

Planning & organization

Verbal & written communication

English proficiency

Time management

Multitasking

Event management

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Google Docs

Google Slides

Google Sheets

Job description

The Company Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.6 billion in revenue and 12,400 employees in 40 countries in 2024. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts. Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

The PositionExecutive Assistant

Job Summary JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE Presentation of the Refractory Abrasives & Construction Business Area, in a nutshell: €1.4bn sales 4,050 employees 39 industrial sites in 15 countries 4,500+ customers serviced in 95 countries 3 Technology Centres in Austria, China & Lyon, France. Reporting to the India Sales Director - Imerys India Country Chairman, the Executive Assistant is in charge of ensuring that building and related services are meeting the needs of the Imerys employees and provide a suitable environment for work. He/ She ensures secretarial and smooth administrative support to several Directors & Managers. The position would also be acting as the Communication Manager for Imerys in India and would be pivotal in ensuring Imerys India activities are updated on the Intranet and coordination for various exhibitions and conferences.

Location: Hyderabad (India)

Scope

Imerys India and RAC BA India/ Middle East related activities, primarily that of Hyderabad Office, support to Vizag Plant / Office as needed and any new office / plant in India when needed.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety: Ensure Office is safe and hazard free and Covid safety in the workplace. Organise periodic Safety Meetings. Maintain a clean, uncluttered and safe office environment. Office Management & Efficiency: Maintain and discharge all Administrative functions in a prompt and efficient manner including Periodic clearing of payments for trade associations, newsletters and memberships; Managing of Annual Maintenance Contracts (Negotiations, Service & Payments); Dispatch & Entry for all shipments/ materials/ parcels outgoing by courier or hand. IT & Telecom Support & Coordination: Ensure trouble free and smooth operations for all communication hardware and services for office, team and visitors. In coordination with respective departments (Customer Care) and service providers. Sales Support: Support sales for logistics matters when necessary; Own and update customers mailing lists on a regular basis; Coordinate Customer Days with concerned managers, site team and communications for smooth and successful events. Communications: Be the Communication Correspondent Representative for the Imerys India office and sales activities. Oversee exhibitions, and customer events nationally. Negotiate contracts with venues, vendors, and service providers. Budget management in line with the agreed budget for the events. Organise internal events, meetings, or conferences for Customer days and Imerys local / International internal meetings. Create and manage merchandising and signage material according to Imerys guidelines. Assist Communications Business Partners with local communications tools such as Secar Gazette, local advertising in printed and internet-based publications, and web-based events according to Imerys guidelines. Follow up with a debriefing after Tradeshows to share post-show assessment. Travel Management: Organise and arrange Flights & Trains tickets/Visas/Hotels/Cars/Forex/SIMs, etc for the team and all inbound visitors.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree in Business administration or any related education. 5-10 years’ experience in office management. Proficiency in Google Suite is a must (Google Docs/ Google Slides/ Google Sheets). Good planning and organizational skills. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Excellent command of English language. Good time management and multitasking skills. Experience in event management is a plus. Ability to supervise people.

Imerys Leadership Competencies

Cares for Self and Others: You demonstrate self-awareness and nurture an inclusive and safe environment, empowering people to do their best. Collaborates for Success: You work together across boundaries to achieve shared goals. Commits to Customers: You understand (internal and external) customer needs and take action to meet them. Drives Results: You deliver sustainable results and strive for excellence. Shapes the Future: You think in long-term scenarios, anticipate future challenges and opportunities while prioritising sustainability.

Position Type

Full time and Permanent

IMERYS is an Affiantive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

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