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Johnson Controls

Executive Assistant & Events Coordinator

8-12 Years
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Job Description

What You Will Do

  • Provide high-level administrative support to the APAC President, enabling efficient leadership across the region
  • Manage complex calendars and inboxes across multiple time zones; screen, prioritize, and draft responses
  • Coordinate regional and international travel, itineraries, visas, and related logistics; prepare detailed travel briefs; process travel expenses
  • Prepare meeting materials (agendas, decks, briefing notes), take or coordinate minutes, track actions, and ensure timely follow-up
  • Support communications and liaison with senior executives, partners, customers, and key stakeholders; draft correspondence and internal communications
  • Assist with governance, policy adherence, and simple financial oversight related to the APAC Office (expense tracking, basic budgeting)
  • Collaborate on cross-functional regional projects with Finance, HR, Legal, IT, Facilities, and regional leadership; conduct research and compile insights
  • Plan and coordinate leadership town halls, executive offsites, and regional events
  • Oversee APAC Office operations, vendor relationships, facilities coordination, and office supplies; provide backup support to other executives as needed

How You Will Do It

  • Maintain the highest level of discretion and confidentiality; exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive information
  • Be proactive, resourceful, and anticipatory; manage priorities effectively and deliver results under pressure
  • Demonstrate outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities across diverse stakeholders
  • Communicate clearly and professionally; act as a capable gatekeeper and trusted liaison with diplomacy
  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners; represent the APAC Office with professionalism
  • Leverage appropriate tools and platforms (e.g., Outlook/Exchange or Google Workspace, calendar and travel/expense systems, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, conferencing tools) and quickly learn new systems
  • Navigate multi-time-zone coordination and APAC cultural nuances; ensure alignment with corporate policies and governance
  • Exhibit adaptability and resilience, managing changing priorities and urgent requests with composure
  • Ensure data privacy and secure handling of confidential information; maintain compliant processes and records

What We Look For

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 812 years of progressive experience supporting senior executives, preferably at regional or global leadership level.
  • Demonstrated experience working in a matrixed, multinational environment across APAC.
  • Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong executive presence with the ability to interact confidently with senior leaders.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Mandarin
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams).
  • Proven ability to manage ambiguity, work independently, and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
  • High level of professionalism, resilience, and emotional intelligence. Polite and respectful.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting a President, EVP, or C-suite leader.
  • Exposure to large-scale regional operations or transformation initiatives.
  • Experience preparing executive-level presentations and leadership communications.
  • Comfortable working across cultures, time zones, and seniority levels.
  • Experience in event planning, vendor management, and basic budget oversight; project coordination or program support.

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