Executive Secretary

Job Description

The Executive Secretary supports the General Manager and hotel leadership team with scheduling, correspondence, meeting coordination, document preparation, travel arrangements, filing, and confidential administrative work. Candidates should have strong organization, communication, time-management, and computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office. Previous experience as an executive secretary or administrative assistant, ideally in hospitality, is preferred. The role requires professional English and Indonesian, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities calmly. The successful candidate is expected to be dependable, polished, service-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working with senior managers, guests, colleagues, and external partners in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Company Info

Four Points by Sheraton Makassar is a Marriott International hotel located in Makassar, South Sulawesi, a major business and gateway city in eastern Indonesia. The property serves business travelers, families, groups, and leisure guests, offering comfortable accommodation, dining, meeting facilities, and the approachable service associated with the Four Points brand. Marriott International is one of the world's largest hospitality companies, operating thousands of hotels and resorts across numerous brands and countries. Employees typically work within structured service standards, operational procedures, and training programs, with opportunities to develop careers across hotels and international destinations. At Four Points by Sheraton Makassar, the Executive Secretary contributes to the smooth operation of the leadership office and supports communication, coordination, and administration across the hotel.

Destination Guide

Makassar is on Sulawesi, Indonesia's large, culturally diverse island and an important commercial center. Hospitality, aviation, retail, education, logistics, healthcare, and marine tourism provide employment opportunities, while hotels and restaurants regularly seek administrative, service, culinary, and supervisory staff. Local culture blends South Sulawesi traditions, strong family connections, Islamic values, and welcoming social customs. Life in Makassar is generally more affordable than in Jakarta or Bali, with lively food markets, coastal areas, shopping, and access to nearby islands and beaches. The climate is tropical, warm, and humid. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored work visa and Indonesian work authorization before starting employment; requirements vary by role and nationality. Relocating candidates should confirm benefits, accommodation, taxes, health insurance, and permit sponsorship directly with the employer. Learning basic Indonesian is highly useful for daily life and workplace relationships.