Executive Assistant to CEO

07-05-2025
Job Type
Permanent
Emp Type
Full Time
Industry
Retail
Division
Business Support
Job Title
Executive Assistant
Salary Type
Annual
Job ID
93099

Job Description

Executive Assistant to the CEO
Basel
Permanent
 
We are seeking a highly experienced and proactive Executive Assistant to support the CEO of a leading international organization. Based at the company’s global headquarters in Basel, this pivotal role ensures seamless coordination of the CEO’s agenda, travel, and administrative responsibilities across multiple time zones.
 
WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Manage the CEO’s complex calendar, including scheduling meetings and appointments across international time zones.
  • Organize all aspects of international travel, including flight bookings, accommodations, ground transportation and visa arrangements.
  • Coordinate calls, meetings, and conferences—ensuring all logistics, materials, and catering (as needed) are arranged in advance.
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the CEO’s office, ensuring it runs efficiently and professionally.
  • Process and reconcile travel expenses and executive-related administrative costs.
 
WHO YOU ARE
  • At least 8 years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting senior leadership, preferably at the C-suite level.
  • Proven experience in a global, complex, and matrixed corporate environment.
  • Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to manage dynamic schedules and frequent travel planning.
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail.
  • Outstanding communication skills in English; proficiency in German and/or Spanish is a plus.
  • Discreet and trustworthy, with the ability to handle confidential information with the utmost professionalism.
 
For this position, we can only consider Swiss nationals, EU/ EFTA citizens or professionals possessing a valid work permit..
 
Tiger Recruitment is B Corp Certified, which means that we've been verified as meeting B Lab's high standards for social and environmental impact.
 
REF: JL93099