Executive Assistant - #1721279

Mission:

In this role you will be reporting to the VP European Strategic Account and Segments and will have full involvement with the broader community. You will act as the first point of contact for the VP and efficiently direct and manage requests for their attention. Duties will be varied and will require a real can-do, helpful and friendly attitude moderated by a critical awareness of the sensitivity and confidentiality of the information and issues involved.

Key responsibilities:

The tasks involved in this role include (but are not limited to) are the following:

• To have full ownership of the VP’s diary and calendar, to schedule appointments and effectively manage it with appropriate level of priority, promote and maintain effective relationships at all levels across the business,
• To coordinate the agenda for meetings, taking meeting notes as and when required and issuing actions post meetings.
• Processing of privileged and sensitive material in compliance with the demands of both data protection and corporate commercial confidentiality
• Preparation, co-ordination and timely dissemination of high quality and accurate presentations and materials; including formatting, editing, collating slide decks and ensuring that all documentation reflects the appropriate corporate and departmental standards.  These will include weekly, monthly, quarterly meetings and reviews
• Support the team to reach 100% completion by required deadline on all routine process tasks, including globally mandated tasks (trainings etc.)
• Comprehensively organising travel arrangements including trains / flights, hotel bookings, visa applications; organising events and meetings, arranging venues, catering and audio-visual equipment and receiving guests, as appropriate
• Processing expenses claims in a timely manner.

Skills and attributes:

• Exemplary confidentiality and discretion
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines and managing competing priorities in a calm and efficient manner
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including but not limited to Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint, high standard of literacy and numeracy; strong word-processing, PowerPoint and excel skills
• Good interpersonal skills; tact and empathy, with a calm manner
• Good judgement of sensitivity to situations; unafraid to ask for guidance
• Willingness to learn and engage in training; commitment to continuing professional development and ethical practice
• Flexibility, Ability to prioritise and multi-task are critical to this role.
• Fluent English (Written and Verbal)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

These descriptions are not exclusive: It is in the nature of this role that it will develop over time and appropriately in response to the needs of the business.

At Schneider Electric, Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation, it's an integral part of our history, culture, and identity.  We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve. As a result, our teams are stronger to drive the company's future.

“We are proudly participating in the Disability Confident Program offering support to people in the workplace who consider themselves living with a disability.”

What we offer you:

Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme, 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays, Holiday Buy & Sell programme, Pension Scheme, Employee Share Ownership Programme, Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options, Gym Flex, Open Talent Market (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally), Shopping & Dining Discounts, Learning Portal and much more.

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You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.

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