Executive Assistant to Managing Director

Immediate Opportunity:
Executive Assistant to the MD – Sea Hydrosystems & Associated Ventures

Location:

Chennai, India

The Business Context
SEA Hydrosystems leads in custom hydraulic cylinder manufacturing and industrial solutions, with exports to major OEMs worldwide. Our MD personally oversees this core business alongside 5-6 other successful companies and 800+ employees across regions. A hands-on leader driving growth without the support structure he deserves.

The Role
We're hiring a proactive, high-capacity Executive Assistant based in Chennai to become the MD's trusted operational partner. You'll lift the heavy administrative load, enabling him to focus on strategy, customers, and expansion while you orchestrate the rest. This role demands initiative, discretion, and efficiency in a multi-company environment.

Core Responsibilities
Master the MD's calendar, emails, international travel, and bookings (flights, hotels, visas)
Act as gatekeeper: triage communications, delegate to relevant staff across companies, and ensure follow-through
Coordinate customer-facing interactions and prep materials for meetings/deals
Manage confidential projects, documentation, and reporting across portfolio companies
Implement tools/processes (e.g., scheduling apps, CRM integration) to streamline workflows
Handle ad-hoc needs with poise, from urgent OEM queries to multi-time zone coordination

Ideal Candidate Profile
3+ years as EA/PA to C-level executives in manufacturing, engineering, or B2B sectors
Exceptional organization, multitasking, and problem-solving under pressure
Fluent English (written/spoken);
Tamil a strong plus for local coordination
Proficient in Google Workspace, MS Office, travel platforms, and productivity tools
Professional, discreet, and intuitive. You anticipate needs and deliver results independently
Event Logistics:
Trade show coordination, vendor payments, high-volume correspondence
Comfortable with factory site visits, client entertainment, international travel
Bonus:
Familiarity with industrial/export businesses or Chennai professional networks

What You'll Gain
Direct partnership with a proven entrepreneur scaling multiple ventures.
Competitive salary (based on experience) + performance incentives.
Professional growth, and exposure to international operations.

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