Executive Assistant

We are Progress (Nasdaq: PRGS) - the trusted provider of software that enables our customers to develop, deploy and manage responsible, AI powered applications and experiences with agility and ease.

We’re proud to have a diverse, global team where we value the individual and enrich our culture by considering varied perspectives because we believe people power progress. Join us as an Executive Assistant and help us do what we do best: propelling business forward.

We are currently seeking a dynamic and highly organized Executive Assistant to join our team and provide strategic support to our US-based Digital Experience Executive Vice President and their internationally located direct team. This pivotal role is also supported by the Chief of Staff of this Business Unit. If you have proven experience in providing high-level administrative support to senior executives, possess exceptional organizational skills, and thrive in a fast-paced setting, we want to hear from you.

Your background:

• Proven experience in providing high-level administrative support to senior executives, preferably in technology companies

• Knowledge of Office 365 to an advanced level in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams

• Initiative-taker, proactive, detail-oriented

• Comfortable interacting with all levels within the organization

• Ability to manage highly confidential information and sensitive situations with the utmost discretion

• Trustworthy and ethical with strong interpersonal skills

• Demonstrates outstanding judgement and professionalism

• Ability to communicate in a clear and thorough manner 

Additionally, it would be beneficial if you have:

• Knowledge of Asana 

In this role, you will:

• Manage calendar, schedule meetings (including those for Executive 1:1 meetings) across multiple time zones 

• Arrange travels (both domestic and international) and manage VISA applications for the EVP and the management team 

• Support the Chief of Staff in the agenda organization and content for all-hands meetings 

• Assist with maintaining the Internal Intranet page and the SharePoint Site for team files 

• Plan and drive the logistics for team events and Executive visits to our offices 

• Submit Executive expenses 

• Purchase items and gifts 

• Ensure any manual mail distribution lists are up to date 

• Support the EVP, Chief of Staff or management team with any ad hoc projects and events 

• Other tasks as needed by the EVP, Chief of Staff, or management team 

You will also be required to work hours to support your Executive’s time zone (noon: 7-7:30 PM UTC+2).

If this sounds like you and fits your experience and career goals, we’d be happy to chat.   What we offer in return is the opportunity to experience a great company culture with wonderful colleagues to learn from and collaborate with and also to enjoy: 

Compensation 

• Generous remuneration package 

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan Enrollment 

Vacation, Family, and Health

• 30 days paid annual vacation 

• An extra day off for your birthday 

• 2 additional days off for volunteering 

• Premium healthcare and dental care coverage 

• Additional pension insurance 

• Well-equipped gym on-site 

• Co-funded Multisport card 

• Daycare Center for your little ones onsite 

• Flexible working hours and work-from-home allowance 

• Free underground parking with a designated space for bikes and electric scooters 

Apply now!   

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