Executive Assistant to the Chairman / Global Strategic Projects

Reporting to: Chairman

Location: New York City, NY (with international travel required)

Employment Type: Full-time

About the role

We are seeking a highly capable, internationally minded Strategic Projects Associate based in New York City to work directly with the Chairman and support key global business initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chairman in tracking and coordinating key strategic projects, including international market expansion, cross-border investments and partnerships across TIENS Group’s biotechnology, health management, hospitality, education, e-commerce and finance investment businesses.
• Monitor key milestones, deliverables and action items and ensure timely follow-up across different teams and regions.
• Cook up internal and external resources to resolve execution issues and keep projects moving forward.
• Serve as an effective communication bridge between the Chairman, international management teams, business partners and other key stakeholders.
• Support business communications, presentations, proposals and other executive-level materials in both English and Chinese.
• Facilitate communication across different cultures, markets and time zones.
• Conduct research and analysis on priority markets, industry developments, business opportunities and relevant regulatory or competitive developments.
• Prepare concise briefing materials, management summaries and recommendations to support executive decision-making.
• Assist in preparing for key meetings, negotiations and international business engagements.
• Coordinate international meetings, business visits and overseas travel related to the Chairman’s strategic priorities.
• Prepare meeting notes, action lists and follow-up plans and ensure agreed actions are properly tracked and closed.
• Work closely with relevant internal functions, including Legal, Finance, HR and regional management, when required.
• Undertake special assignments and confidential projects requested by the Chairman.
• Support international coordination involving business operations, overseas teams, compliance or other cross-functional matters as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above from a reputable university; Master’s degree or MBA is an advantage.
• Ideal 1–3 years of professional experience in management consulting, investment banking, technology, multinational companies, international business or other fast-paced professional environments; experience in biotechnology, health & wellness, e-commerce or direct selling is a plus.
• Strong exposure to the U.S. business environment, including familiarity with U.S. business practices, commercial law and e-commerce, is highly preferred.
• Experience studying, living or working across both Western and Chinese/Asian environments would be a strong advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Mandatory: native or near-native fluency in both Mandarin Chinese and English, spoken and written, with the ability to communicate confidently and professionally in both languages.
• Working knowledge of S. law, business practices and e-commerce is a strong plus.
• Strong analytical thinking, business judgment and structured problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written communication, presentation and executive-level coordination capabilities.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, discretion and confidentiality.
• Proactive, adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-moving environment with senior executives.

Benefits

• A direct, high-visibility partnership with the Chairman and senior leadership on high-priority international initiatives.
• The opportunity to lead operations for a well-established multinational company with a diversified portfolio spanning biotechnology, health management, hospitality, education, e-commerce and finance investment across 119 countries and regions.
• A dynamic, cross-functional role with real impact on business performance.
• A collaborative, international work environment.
• An exceptional platform for accelerated growth toward future international business, project management or leadership responsibilities.