CEL has an opportunity for you to join our rapidly growing business, where you will have an opportunity to make a significant impact on our immediate and long-term success. CEL are an Irish based 40-year manufacturer, distributor and exporter of electrical switchgear, controls and related products and services, now focused on supplying the global Data Centre industry.
CEL Critical Power is in search of an Executive Assistant who will serve as the primary liaison and administrative support for the CEO and the Executive Leadership team during a vital period of growth and expansion. This individual will be responsible for managing highly confidential and sensitive information pertaining to business operations, as well as to both internal and external stakeholders. We are looking for a person who excels in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates the utmost discretion in handling sensitive information, and takes pride in being a strong advocate for the company's professional image.
Key Responsibilities:
• Strategic Diary Management: Take the initiative to arrange and enhance the CEO's intricate schedule, ensuring that engagements with the Senior Leadership team (SLT), internal stakeholders, and global clients are prioritized effectively.
• Confidentiality & Gatekeeping: Serve as the main point of contact for the executive team, managing highly sensitive information related to business strategies, clients, vendors, and internal personnel with the utmost confidentiality.
• Global Travel & Logistics: Oversee intricate international travel plans and logistics, especially between Ireland and the US, ensuring these align with project timelines and budget constraints.
• Board & Executive Support: Provide assistance to the executive leadership team during management meetings by preparing agendas, recording minutes, and maintaining action lists to ensure progress on essential business goals.
• Brand Stewardship: Act as the principal guardian of the CEL Critical Power brand across all digital platforms. Aid in the development and refinement of high-level presentations and documents for key stakeholders.
• Marketing Coordination: Help coordinate CEL's participation in significant industry events to optimize opportunities for business growth and networking among executives.
• Expense & Procurement Management: Efficiently process purchase orders and manage executive expenses in alignment with company policy.
• Event & Visitor Coordination: Arrange itineraries and accommodations for esteemed visitors, as well as coordinate corporate events or site visits.
• Experience: Demonstrated experience in a C-suite Executive Assistant or Business Support position, preferably in a fast-paced manufacturing or engineering setting.
• Confidentiality: A solid history of managing highly confidential information pertaining to clients, employees, and business strategy.
• Brand Stewardship: Capability to enhance marketing initiatives with strong brand awareness.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written English skills, with the ability to connect with individuals at all levels within a global organization.
• Tech Proficiency: Advanced competence in standard office software (MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint) and a proactive attitude towards embracing productivity technologies.
• Organization: Exceptional time management abilities and the skill to prioritize tasks effectively in a dynamic environment with constantly changing priorities.
Why Join CEL Critical Power?
Join a Trusted Industry Leader – 42 Years of Excellence
CEL has been delivering high-quality, bespoke power distribution solutions for over four decades, with products that stand the test of time.
Be Part of a Global Expansion
With CEL launching its first US manufacturing plant, you will have the opportunity to work on international projects and documentation standards while collaborating with colleagues across North America.
Collaborate with World-Class Engineers, Vendors & Industry Experts
You'll work alongside leading engineers, project managers, document controllers, product managers, and global vendors, ensuring excellence and operational success across CEL's international teams.
Shape the Future of CEL – Critical Power
This is more than just an operator role—it's an opportunity to help forge the future of CEL and our expansion across the US.
Competitive Salary, Benefits & Career Growth
We offer structured career development, professional training, and leadership opportunities, ensuring long-term career progression.