Executive Assistant – Team Lead

Minor Hotels Europe and Americas

. Partner with the Area Director Central Europe to manage priorities, coordinate strategic activities and support decision-making .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • GermanySeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex calendars, coordinating strategic activities, and supporting decision-making in a high-pressure environment. Proven ability to lead and mentor teams while fostering collaboration and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

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Senior Executive Assistant ExperienceTeam Leadership and MentoringProcess Improvement and EfficiencyFluency in English and GermanAdvanced MS Office Skills

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Hard Skills

Calendar ManagementProcess ImprovementStakeholder EngagementProblem SolvingOrganizational Skills

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsRelationship BuildingDiscretion and IntegrityCollaborationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeSAP

Industry Keywords

Executive SupportInternational EnvironmentContinuous ImprovementDigital Tools AdoptionHigh-Performing Team Culture

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with the Area Director Central Europe to manage priorities, coordinate strategic activities and support decision-making
Manage complex calendars, leadership meetings, travel arrangements and key business engagements
Build relationships with senior stakeholders across Central Europe and the wider BAT organization
Handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism, judgement and discretion
Lead, coach and support a team of Executive Assistants
Encourage collaboration, knowledge sharing and professional development
Foster an inclusive, high-performing team culture
Identify opportunities to simplify processes, enhance efficiency and improve stakeholder experience
Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Encourage adoption of digital tools and innovative ways of working
Champion best-practice sharing and strengthen the Executive Assistant community across the area

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 5 years of experience as a Senior Executive Assistant or in a similar business support role within a complex, international environment
Experience partnering with senior executives and managing multiple priorities
Previous experience leading, coordinating or mentoring teams
Strong organizational skills and ability to anticipate needs, solve problems and adapt to changing priorities
Track record of improving processes and driving efficiencies
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to influence and collaborate across diverse teams
High levels of integrity, discretion and sound judgement when handling confidential matters
Fluency in both English and German
Advanced MS Office capabilities
Working knowledge of SAP

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full subsidy of the ‘Deutschland-Ticket’
Discounts with fitness centres
Corporate Benefits discounts
Diverse online and offline training and development opportunities
Functional and leadership development opportunities
Flexible working hours
Ability to work remotely or at the office
State-of-the-art Hamburg city-centre office with Alster view
Dedicated Oasis area
Regular after-work and office parties
Opportunities for internal advancement and career progression
Support through The Global Returners program for professionals restarting careers after an extended absence
Reasonable adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process