Executive Assistant – Team Lead

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• Collaborate with the Area Director for Central Europe to prioritize tasks, coordinate strategic initiatives, and assist in decision-making processes.

• Oversee intricate calendars, leadership meetings, travel logistics, and essential business engagements.

• Cultivate relationships with senior stakeholders throughout Central Europe and the broader BAT organization.

• Manage confidential and sensitive information with professionalism, sound judgment, and discretion.

• Direct, mentor, and provide support to a team of Executive Assistants.

• Promote collaboration, knowledge sharing, and opportunities for professional growth.

• Nurture an inclusive and high-performing team culture.

• Identify avenues to streamline processes, boost efficiency, and enhance stakeholder experiences.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives.

• Advocate for the use of digital tools and innovative working methods.

• Promote best practices and strengthen the Executive Assistant community within the area.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Senior Executive Assistant or in a comparable business support position within a complex, international setting.

• Proven experience collaborating with senior executives and managing competing priorities.

• Prior experience in leading, coordinating, or mentoring teams.

• Strong organizational capabilities with the ability to foresee needs, resolve issues, and adapt to shifting priorities.

• Demonstrated history of process improvement and driving efficiencies.

• Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities.

• Capacity to influence and work collaboratively across diverse teams.

• High levels of integrity, discretion, and sound judgment when dealing with confidential information.

• Proficiency in both English and German.

• Advanced skills in MS Office.

• Familiarity with SAP.

🏝️ Benefits

• Complete subsidy for the ‘Deutschland-Ticket’.

• Discounts available at fitness centers.

• Corporate Benefits discounts.

• A variety of online and offline training and development opportunities.

• Functional and leadership development prospects.

• Flexible working hours.

• Option to work remotely or in the office.

• Modern office located in Hamburg city center with an Alster view.

• Dedicated Oasis area.

• Regular after-work events and office parties.

• Opportunities for internal advancement and career development.

• Support through The Global Returners program for professionals re-entering the workforce after an extended break.

• Reasonable adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process.