Description
Executive Assistant
About Us
Side is a global video game development and services provider, delivering technical and creative services to many of the largest developers and studios around the world.
Founded in Japan in 1994, Side has grown to become a global force in the gaming industry. Our industry-leading services include art production, game development, quality assurance, player support, community management, localisation, localisation QA, audio production and data collection.
With an international footprint and offices across North America, Europe, South America and Asia, Side continues to grow rapidly while supporting many of the world's leading game developers and publishers.
For more information, visit: www.side.inc
Role Overview
Side is seeking an experienced, highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to provide support to the Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Commercial Officer.
This is a critical role requiring exceptional organisational skills, discretion, judgement and the ability to anticipate the needs of senior executives operating in a fast-paced international business.
The successful candidate will act as a trusted partner, managing complex calendars, coordinating international travel, supporting executive meetings and helping ensure the leadership team operates efficiently.
The role requires someone who is comfortable managing multiple priorities, building strong relationships across the organisation and working independently while maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Support
Provide proactive diary management for the CFO, COO and CCO, balancing competing priorities across multiple time zones
Coordinate meetings with internal and external stakeholders
Prepare schedules and briefing materials
Anticipate executive requirements and resolve scheduling conflicts before they arise
Act as the first point of contact for executive administration
Travel & Logistics
Arrange complex international travel, including flights, accommodation, visas and ground transportation
Prepare detailed travel itineraries
Manage travel changes and last-minute amendments efficiently
Process travel expenses and ensure compliance with company policies
Project Coordination
Support cross-functional projects led by the CFO, COO and CCO
Coordinate activities across Finance, Operations, Commercial, Legal, HR and other business functions
Monitor key deadlines and ensure deliverables are completed on time
Administration
Prepare correspondence, reports and presentations to a high professional standard
Coordinate document approvals and signatures
Maintain accurate records and ensure key documents are organised and accessible
Stakeholder Management
Build effective working relationships across the global organisation
Liaise confidently with senior leaders, customers and external partners
Handle highly confidential information with absolute discretion
Office & Event Support
Assist with executive visits to international offices
Coordinate leadership offsites, team events and customer meetings
Support planning for Board meetings and investor events where required
Candidate Profile
Qualifications & Experience
Previous experience supporting multiple C-suite executives within a fast-paced international organisation
Significant Executive Assistant or Senior Personal Assistant experience
Experience managing complex global calendars and international travel
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word
Experience using Microsoft Teams and modern collaboration tools
Experience within technology, professional services or a global organisation is advantageous
Skills & Attributes
Exceptional organisational and planning skills
Strong attention to detail
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Highly professional, with excellent judgement and discretion
Able to prioritise effectively in a fast-changing environment
Calm under pressure and able to manage multiple competing demands
Proactive, resourceful and solutions-oriented
Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills
Comfortable working independently while collaborating across international teams
High levels of integrity and confidentiality
Positive, flexible and willing to take ownership of a broad range of responsibilities
