Executive Assistant

Your professional experience is valued here

A welcoming and supportive setting where you can develop and make a real difference in the world – that’s what you’ll find at COFRA. We’re a family business, geared to creating lasting value and united by an ambition to change industries and society for the better. Aspiration and entrepreneurism are encouraged and rewarded with opportunity. Teams are diverse yet close-knit. Relationships matter. People matter.

What we can achieve together

One of our greatest strengths is our people: talented, dedicated professionals who are true experts in their field, committed to the pursuit of excellence and open to new opportunities and ways of capturing them.

As part of our drive to create true worth – lasting value and a positive impact. We need an exceptional Executive Assistant. Supporting both the Co-Chief Strategy Officers you will work side by side, responsible for various administrative tasks, to streamline the different activities with various priorities to allow the CSO's to work flawless.

Specifically, you will

Administrative Support:
• Manage and prioritize executive's calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, communications, presentations, and other documents.

Meeting Coordination:
• Organize and coordinate meetings, conferences, and events, including booking venues, arranging catering, and preparing materials.
• Take meeting minutes, distribute them, and follow up on action items.

Travel Arrangements:
• Plan and coordinate domestic and international travel itineraries.
• Arrange accommodations, transportation, and logistics for business trips.

Document Management:
• Maintain and organize confidential files and records.

Liaison Role:
• Serve as a point of contact between the executive and internal/external stakeholders.
• Represent the executive in communication and interactions with senior management, clients, and other stakeholders.

What you will need

• Bachelor’s Degree or, HBO, or business experience of a management’s office at an executive level
• Proficiency in using office software such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant tools.
• Experienced in supporting executives, managing confidential documents, preparing reports, and coordinating complex schedules in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with executives, clients, and stakeholders.
• Ability to anticipate issues, analyze situations, and propose solutions.
• High level of accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks, especially when handling documentation and correspondence.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Flexibility to adjust to changing priorities and work environments.
• Capability to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders across different levels.
• Maintaining a polished and professional demeanor at all times.
• Upholding ethical standards and demonstrating integrity in all actions.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written), Dutch is a nice to have

What we offer you in return

The Executive Assistant role is an opportunity to contribute to a better, more sustainable approach to business.

COFRA offers notable benefits, including a competitive pension plan.

The opportunity itself is a great way to support our business leaders to maximise the impact of combined capital, capabilities and aspirations.

Training and development is provided to all employees.

If you fit the profile and are interested in doing good while doing business, we would love to hear from you.

COFRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or disability. None of this gets in the way of hiring and retaining the best people.