While titled as an Executive Assistant position, the role operates at a strategic level, requiring strong judgement, anticipation, and the ability to operate as a trusted partner to the Managing Director and leadership team. The successful candidate will act as a central point of coordination, enabling effective decision-making, driving alignment, and ensuring the smooth execution of business priorities across the region., Executive Support & Prioritisation

Provide high-level support to the MD, ensuring effective prioritisation of time, focus, and business-critical activities
Anticipate requirements and proactively prepare briefings, materials, and forward planning
Act as a gatekeeper, managing competing priorities and enabling effective decision-making
Act as a central coordination point across seven Northwest Europe entities when required
Ensure consistency of approach across markets
Monitor and follow up on key actions to ensure delivery against business objectives
Create meeting Governance and prepare agendas and materials for Core Leadership, Extended Leadership Team, and regional all-hands meetings
Support leadership cadence, ensuring meetings are purposeful, well-structured, and outcomes-focused
Track strategic initiatives and provide regular reporting to support visibility and accountability
Own and deliver internal communications on behalf of the Managing Director
Draft clear, engaging messaging aligned to business priorities using internal platforms
Ensure consistency of tone and messaging across the region
Coordinate and track legal documentation and signature processes across multiple entities
Ensure timely completion of approvals in line with governance and compliance requirements
Lead the planning and execution of UK-based internal events, including leadership visits, town halls, and employee engagement
Coordinate with facilities, IT, and external providers to deliver seamless experiences
Drive and celebrat attendance and engagement across the business
Manage a complex and dynamic diary, ensuring optimal use of time across multiple stakeholders and geographies
Coordinate travel, roadshows, and multi-location meetings when required
Review and approve expenses on behalf of the Managing Director in line with company policy
Support budget awareness in relation to events and travel where required
Build strong working relationships with senior stakeholders across the business
Operate effectively within the Executive Assistant network to ensure coordination of priorities and initiatives
Influence and align stakeholders without formal authority
The Managing Director is consistently well-prepared, focused, and operating at maximum effectiveness
Leadership meetings are structured, purposeful, and drive clear outcomes
Regional initiatives are tracked, visible, and progressing as planned
Communication across the region is clear, consistent, and engaging
Events are delivered to a high standard and positively impact culture and engagement
Complex logistics run seamlessly, even in a fast-changing environment
Issues are anticipated and resolved proactively before escalation About you

This role requires someone who is proactive, highly organised, and commercially aware, with the confidence to operate in a fast-paced, senior stakeholder environment., Significant experience supporting senior executives in a fast-paced, complex organisation
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
High level of discretion and experience handling confidential information
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
Ability to think ahead, anticipate needs, and act with initiative
Comfortable operating across different teams, functions, and geographies
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internal communication tools
Highly proactive and solutions-focused
Strong commercial awareness and business understanding
Calm under pressure, with the ability to adapt quickly
Detail-oriented while maintaining a strategic perspective
Confident, professional, and able to build credibility with senior leaders
Collaborative, with a natural ability to build relationships across the organisation
Willingness to be present in the office 2-3 days per week, depending on business needs
Flexibility to support key events and leadership activities as required

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Global Opportunities: Work in multi-national teams with opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and customers from all over the world.
Flexible Work Environment: Flexible working hours and possibility to combine work from office and home (hybrid ways of working).
Professional Development: training programs and upskilling/re-skilling opportunities.
Career Growth: Internal growth and mobility opportunities within Orange.
Caring and Daring Culture: Health and well-being programs and benefits, diversity & inclusion initiatives, CSR and employee connect events.
Reward Programs: Employee Referral Program, Change Maker Awards. Only your skills matterRegardless of your age, gender identity, race, ethnic origin, religion/belief, sexual orientation, marital status, neurotype, disability, veteran status or appearance, we encourage diversity within our teams because it is a strength for the collective and a vector of innovation. Orange Group is a disabled-friendly company and equal opportunity employer: don't hesitate to tell us about your specific needs.

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