Global Administration
Senior Executive Assistant Job ID: 98943 As a Senior Executive Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting a Senior Partner and Global Leader, ensuring their time is optimized and their complex schedule is seamlessly managed. You will be based in Brussels as part of our BeNeLux office, which includes Amsterdam, Brussels, and Luxembourg, with approximately 1,000 consulting and non-consulting colleagues.
Do you want to work on complex and pressing challenges-the kind that bring together curious, ambitious, and determined leaders who strive to become better every day?
If this sounds like you, you've come to the right place. Your ImpactWe are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. You bring a growth mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, and a passion for tackling meaningful challenges that drive real impact.
You will support Firm Leadership from our Brussels or Luxembourg office, reporting to the Executive Assistant Supervisor in Belgium. You will have opportunity to collaborate with clients, administrative contacts, and team members to ensure smooth workflows, timely actions, and successful outcomes to guarantee that all deadlines are met effectively.
You will coordinate travel logistics and as a second part of your role collaborate with other executive assistants to provide back-up coverage.
In addition to managing day-to-day operations, you will take ownership of planning, organizing, and executing major projects. This includes coordinating client and internal meetings, conference calls, virtual sessions, events, and social engagements such as lunches and dinners.
Your role will include, but is not limited to:
- Proactively managing complex calendars and schedules for senior leadership
- Handling communications, including responding to correspondence that does not require the direct attention of client service professionals
- Managing telephone calls with professionalism and efficiency, while building strong relationships with client executive assistants
- Producing accurate, well-formatted documents and reports, often under tight deadlines
- Providing a range of administrative support, including travel arrangements, file organization, expense submissions, and accounting administration
- Supporting the planning and execution of major projects, conferences, and off-site meetings as needed
- Actively mentoring and coaching junior executive assistants, empowering them to develop their skills and confidence in managing responsibilities
- Role modeling best practices in communication, organization, and problem-solving to inspire and guide junior colleagues
Your Growth You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact.
In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we'll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help you quickly broaden your expertise, grow into a well-rounded professional, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference.
When you join us, you will have:
- Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey.
- A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You'll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
- Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm's diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Exceptional benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well-being for you and your family.
Your qualifications and skills- Exceptional administrative and organizational skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to maintain a strategic overview
- Proven ability to prioritize, multitask, and take ownership of responsibilities
- A professional telephone presence and a strong customer service mindset
- Proficiency in Outlook (email and calendaring), PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
- Openness to learning and adopting the latest tech tools
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate ambiguity with confidence
- High standards of professionalism, discretion, and judgment when handling sensitive information
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- A team player mentality with emerging leadership skills
- Fluent in Dutch, French, and English
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