Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) to lead the organization’s administrative operations, corporate services, facilities, procurement, vendor management, business support, and operational governance.
The CAO will be responsible for establishing efficient administrative systems, controlling operational costs, ensuring statutory and internal compliance, and providing reliable support to all departments. The role requires a strong leader capable of managing multiple locations, coordinating with senior management, and improving organizational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Administrative Leadership and Strategy
- Develop and implement the organization’s administrative strategy, policies, and standard operating procedures.
- Provide strategic administrative support to the Managing Director, CEO, and senior leadership team.
- Ensure administrative operations are aligned with organizational objectives.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, service quality, and cost-effectiveness.
- Establish clear governance, accountability, and performance standards for administrative functions.
2. Office and Facilities Management
- Oversee the maintenance and administration of corporate offices, branches, and other facilities.
- Ensure offices provide a protected, secure, professional, and productive working environment.
- Manage office infrastructure, utilities, housekeeping, security, transportation, and workplace services.
- Coordinate office expansions, relocations, renovations, and infrastructure projects.
- Ensure preventive maintenance schedules and facility-related records are properly maintained.
3. Procurement and Vendor Management
- Oversee the procurement of office supplies, equipment, services, and administrative resources.
- Establish transparent vendor selection, evaluation, approval, and renewal processes.
- Negotiate contracts and commercial terms with service providers and suppliers.
📌 Chief Administrative Officer (India)
🏢 IITIL
📍 India