Executive Assistant to COO (Operations, Hinnerup)

Job summary

The role involves providing strategic support to the COO and the Operations leadership team in a dynamic international environment. The Executive Assistant will play a crucial role in ensuring effective execution and structure within the Operations organization, contributing to both daily management and larger strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar capacity, ideally within an international company that deals with physical products.
• Comfortable collaborating with C-level executives and senior leadership teams.
• Strong problem-solving, project management, communication, and analytical skills.
• Flexibility in working hours and willingness to travel occasionally.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Drive Operations Management by ensuring structure, follow-up, and execution of agreed actions, including ownership of the Operations year wheel and planning cycles.
• Prepare high-quality reports, insights, and presentations for Executive Management and the Board.
• Plan and facilitate collaboration across various departments including Operations, Sales, Finance, People & Culture, and Legal.
• Coordinate projects and initiatives involving internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the COO and Operations VPs with frameworks, communication materials, and analyses to enhance decision-making.
• Maintain clear and professional communication within the leadership team and across the organization, while managing the COO's calendar and priorities.

Skills

• Strong organizational and proactive skills.
• Ability to create clarity and progress in complex environments.

Education

• Master’s degree in business or a similar field.

Tools

• Proficient in project management and communication tools relevant to executive support.