Executive Assistant to VP EDS Europe and Africa

About the role

The Executive Assistant provides proactive, high‑level support to the VP of EDS Operations, enabling the leader to focus on strategic priorities across Europe and Africa. Working at the heart of the EDS organization, the role directly influences leadership efficiency, decision‑making, and cross‑regional coordination.

Key responsibilities

• Partner with the VP to manage priorities, time, and deliverables.
• Prepare and refine presentations, reports, and executive communications.
• Support strategic reviews, business updates, and leadership presentations.
• Conduct research and synthesize data into actionable insights.
• Track key actions, follow‑ups, and ensure timely execution.
• Manage a complex, multi‑time‑zone calendar and coordinate international travel.
• Organise leadership meetings, off‑sites, and business events.
• Act as the primary interface between the VP and internal/external stakeholders.
• Maintain structured documentation, governance, and drive process improvements.

Required profile

• Strong autonomy and initiative, able to anticipate needs.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities in a multicultural environment.
• High discretion handling sensitive information.
• Ability to build relationships across Western and Eastern Europe and North Africa.
• Experience supporting senior executives in a multi‑location, international setting.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a diverse, global organization.
• Exposure to high‑impact projects across Europe and Africa.
• Collaborative culture that values inclusion and excellence.