Executive Assistant to the Chairman / Global Strategic Projects

TIENS Europe Region; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct exposure to Chairman

International travel

Global business exposure

Cross-functional role

Job summary

TIENS Group in New York City seeks a strategically minded Strategic Projects Associate to work directly with the Chairman.

This role is international in scope, requiring fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English, and frequent global travel. You will support cross-border initiatives, coordinate executive communications, and translate strategic priorities into actionable plans across TIENS' diverse businesses.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English is required.
• Experience in management consulting, investment banking, technology or international business is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills are essential.
• Proactive, adaptable and comfortable working with senior executives.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chairman in coordinating and driving key strategic projects across TIENS Group’s global businesses.
• Track milestones, deliverables and action items to ensure timely execution.
• Coordinate resources to resolve issues and support project implementation.
• Serve as a communication bridge between the Chairman and international teams and partners.
• Prepare executive communications and materials in English and Chinese.

Skills

Cross-cultural communication

Executive coordination

Bilingual English/Chinese

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree or above

Master's degree or MBA (advantage)

Job description

Reporting to: Chairman

Location: New York City, NY (with international travel required)

Employment Type: Full-time

About TIENS Group

TIENS Group Co., Ltd. is a multinational conglomerate integrating industrial capital, business capital and financial capital, with its scope of business covering biotechnology, health management, hotel and tourism, education & training, e-commerce and finance investment, among other sectors. With business reaching over 224 countries, TIENS Group has established branches in 119 countries and regions and has built strategic alliances with top-ranked enterprises worldwide.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly capable, internationally minded Strategic Projects Associate based in New York City to work directly with the Chairman and support key global business initiatives.

This is not a traditional administrative assistant position. The role is designed for a high-potential young professional with strong exposure to both Chinese and North American business environments, who can support the Chairman in strategic projects, international business development, executive coordination and cross-border initiatives across TIENS Group’s diverse portfolio, including biotechnology, health management, hospitality and tourism, education, e-commerce and finance investment.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior management and international teams, gain direct exposure to global business operations, and help translate strategic priorities into effective execution.

Tasks

• Support the Chairman in coordinating and driving key strategic projects across TIENS Group’s global businesses.
• Track project milestones, deliverables and action items to ensure timely execution and completion.
• Coordinate internal and external resources to resolve issues and support effective project implementation.
• Serve as a key communication bridge between the Chairman, international management teams, business partners and other stakeholders.
• Prepare and coordinate executive-level communications, presentations, proposals and business materials in English and Chinese.
• Facilitate effective cross-cultural communication across different countries, markets and time zones.
• Conduct research and analysis on priority markets, industry trends, business opportunities, regulations and competitors.
• Prepare executive briefings, management summaries and recommendations to support the Chairman’s decision-making.
• Support preparation for key meetings, negotiations, strategic discussions and international business engagements.
• Coordinate international meetings, business visits and overseas travel related to the Chairman’s strategic priorities.
• Track meeting decisions and follow-up actions, working closely with Legal, Finance, HR, regional management and other relevant functions to ensure closure.
• Undertake confidential assignments and special cross-functional or international projects as directed by the Chairman. Strategic Project Management

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above from a reputable university; Master’s degree or MBA is an advantage.
• Ideally 1–3 years of professional experience in management consulting, investment banking, technology, international business; experience in biotechnology, health & wellness, e-commerce is a plus.
• Strong exposure to the S. business environment, including familiarity with U.S. business practices, commercial law and e-commerce, is highly preferred.
• Mandatory: native or near-native fluency in both Mandarin Chinese and English
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Proactive, adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-moving environment with senior executives.

Mobility

• Willing and able to undertake frequent international travel and work flexibly across different countries and time zones.
• Must have valid authorization to work in the United States or Canada without employer sponsorship and be able to travel internationally on a frequent basis.

Benefits

• Direct, high-visibility partnership with the Chairman and senior leadership on high-priority international initiatives.
• The opportunity to lead operations for a well-established multinational company with a diversified portfolio spanning biotechnology, health management, hospitality, education, e-commerce and finance investment across 119 countries and regions.
• A dynamic, cross-functional role with real impact on business performance.
• A collaborative, international work environment.
• An exceptional platform for accelerated growth toward future international business, project management or leadership responsibilities.