Lead Executive Assistant

dunnhumby is the global leader in Customer Data Science, empowering businesses everywhere to compete and thrive in the modern data-driven economy. We always put the Customer First.

Our mission: to enable businesses to grow and reimagine themselves by becoming advocates and champions for their Customers. With deep heritage and expertise in retail – one of the world’s most competitive markets, with a deluge of multi-dimensional data – dunnhumby today enables businesses all over the world, across industries, to be Customer First.

dunnhumby employs nearly 2,500 experts in offices throughout Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas working for transformative, iconic brands such as Tesco, Coca-Cola, Meijer, Procter & Gamble and Metro.

We are currently seeking a highly organized and communication-savvy Lead Executive Assistant  to join our team. This role is ideal for a professional who brings experience in administration , communication and coordination of official activities and is comfortable working in fast-paced global corporate environment.

As a Lead Executive Assistant  , you will play a critical role in supporting leadership and business teams by ensuring smooth management of day-to-day administrative operations

You will be responsible for providing comprehensive administrative support, with a focus on:

• Managing professional communication between leadership and internal business teams.
• Taking structured, detailed, and actionable meeting notes.
• Preparing high-quality, visually appealing presentations.
• Handling scheduling activities including managing calendars, booking meetings, and coordinating logistics.

What we need from you

• Proven experience in administrative ,coordinator or office management roles.
• Background in supporting leadership or cross-functional teams in dynamic work environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with scheduling tools such as Microsoft Outlook or Google Calendar.
• Strong documentation and note-taking abilities.
• Comfortable preparing reports, presentations, and internal communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise across departments.
• Adaptability to handle ad hoc or urgent administrative tasks as they arise.

What you can expect from us

We won’t just meet your expectations. We’ll defy them. So you’ll enjoy the comprehensive rewards package you’d expect from a leading technology company. But also, a degree of personal flexibility you might not expect.  Plus, thoughtful perks, like flexible working hours and your birthday off.

You’ll also benefit from an investment in cutting-edge technology that reflects our global ambition. But with a nimble, small-business feel that gives you the freedom to play, experiment and learn.

And we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion. We live it every day – with thriving networks including dh Gender Equality Network, dh Proud, dh Family, dh One and dh Thrive as the living proof.  We want everyone to have the opportunity to shine and perform at your best throughout our recruitment process. Please let us know how we can make this process work best for you. For an informal and confidential chat please contact stephanie.winson@dunnhumby.com to discuss how we can meet your needs. 

Our approach to Flexible Working

At dunnhumby, we value and respect difference and are committed to building an inclusive culture by creating an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work.

We believe that you will do your best at work if you have a work / life balance. Some roles lend themselves to flexible options more than others, so if this is important to you please raise this with your recruiter, as we are open to discussing agile working opportunities during the hiring process.

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