Executive Assistant to the Board

About the job

Founded in 1987, Hayat operates in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, serving millions of consumers globally with 16 powerful brands. Hayat’s portfolio includes Molfix and Bebem Natural in baby care; Molped in feminine care; Joly , Evony , and Goodcare in personal healthcare; Bingo , Gleen , Test , and Has in home care; Papia , Familia , Teno , and Focus in tissue paper; and Sholk in pet care. As the 4th largest branded diaper manufacturer in the world and the leading tissue producer in the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and Africa, Hayat employs over 10.000 people across its operations.

Hayat operates 21 production facilities in 8 countries , including Turkey, Egypt, Iran, Algeria, Russia, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Vietnam, and manages sales and distribution companies in Morocco, Bulgaria, Kenya, Thailand, and Malaysia. With its global operations structured under three main regions Eurasia & Americas, Middle East & Africa, and Asia Pacific Hayat reaches over 100 countries across 5 continents, bringing its brands into millions of homes worldwide.

If you want to be part of a diverse and vibrant community where your ideas can shape the future of the FMCG industry and your contributions can create a lasting global impact, then Hayat is waiting for you!

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive Executive Assistant to the Board at Hayat.

This role is responsible for supporting board-level operations, ensuring effective coordination, communication, and administrative excellence across all board-related activities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage board-level activities, including scheduling meetings and organizing annual calendars.
• Organize and prepare meeting materials, presentations, and documentation in a timely and structured manner.
• Record and maintain meeting minutes, decisions, and official documentation in line with corporate governance standards.
• Act as a key liaison between board members, senior management, and relevant stakeholders, ensuring smooth and professional communication.
• Track and follow up on action items and key decisions.
• Coordinate and manage business travel arrangements related to board activities, including planning, logistics, and itinerary management.
• Ensure proper document management, archiving, and confidentiality of all board-related information.
• Support governance-related processes and contribute to the continuous improvement of board operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field is preferred.
• Proven experience in an Executive Assistant, Board Office, or similar senior-level coordination role.
• Experience in board-level coordination or governance processes is a strong plus.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities.
• High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both Turkish and English.
• Detail-oriented, structured, and proactive working style.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (especially PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).

At Hayat, we conduct fair and inclusive hiring processes. We do not tolerate prejudice or discrimination based on language, religion, ethnicity, race, age or gender. Our recruitment process is solely based on the alignment with the job description, measurable and objective assessments, and competency-based interviews.

Get to know us

Please visit us at the following addresses for any information you need:

https://www.hayat.com/en-tr/

https://www.instagram.com/hayatkimya/

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