Executive Assistant to VP Engineering

Key Responsibilities

• Support VP by managing high-impact priorities
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships
• Focus on strategic objectives
• Manage extensive and dynamic calendar
• Organize daily schedules
• Provide comprehensive administrative support
• Manage complex logistics for international travel
• Develop and execute impactful events
• Facilitate connections within VP's direct staff
• Ensure alignment with broader team's goals

Requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or related fields; Master's degree preferred

Experience

Experience in executive support roles, particularly in supporting senior leadership in global, large-scale organizations

Required Skills

• Fluent in English
• Proficiency in additional languages (e.g. Chinese)
• Prior experience in technological, innovative environment
• Operational excellence
• Exceptional communication abilities
• Global experience and cultural sensitivity
• Proactive and growth-oriented
• Technical proficiency in modern office and project management tools
• Reliable and resilient
• Strategic planning
• High speed of execution
• Fostering strong organizational networks

Benefits

• Employee shares program
• 40% off fashion and beauty products
• 30% off Zalando Lounge
• Discounts from external partners
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Hybrid working model
• Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year
• 27 days of vacation
• Relocation assistance
• Family services
• Health and wellbeing options
• Mental health support and coaching
• Training platform
• Biannual peer-to-peer review
• Umzugskostenzuschuss