Global Administration

Assistant (Executive, Team or Relief Assistant) German

Job ID: 79239
  • Prague


Do you want to do work that matters, alongside supportive leaders who will help you grow faster than you ever thought possible? Are you a creative problem-solver who is energized by challenges? You’ve come to the right place.

Who You'll Work With

You will be part of our Global Administration team. This team is passionate about delivering exceptional administrative, organizational, and logistical support. They enable our colleagues and our firm to operate efficiently and fulfill its purpose to help create positive, enduring change in the world.
Based in our McKinsey Global Services office in Prague  you will work with consultants, function leaders, external vendors, peer assistants, and other colleagues across the globe on tasks with international reach. You will support managers and partners who are based in other offices than yours and collaborate with your team of assistants onsite in Prague, working in a 50/50 hybrid model (split between office and remote work).

Your impact within our firm

You’ll build meaningful, collaborative relationships with your teammates and the colleagues who depend on your administrative support.  
Whether it’s managing a full calendar, scheduling meetings across various time zones, or arranging and coordinating complex travel logistics, you’ll apply your multitasking, organizational, and decision-making skills to fulfill critical administrative and logistical requests.
At McKinsey, we have three different assistant roles: executive, team, and relief. As an executive assistant, you will provide long-term support for several executive-level colleagues, learning their preferences and developing close working relationships. As a team assistant, you will support client service teams for the duration of their client engagements from one to 12+ months, coordinating their working style and managing multiple schedules. And as a relief executive assistant, you will provide backup cover for absent assistants, supporting consultants for a short period of time, which gives you the opportunity to expand your network quickly and gain exposure to different regions, industries, and functions in which McKinsey operates. During the recruiting process, we’ll work together with you to align your skills and experience with one of these positions.
Candidates from various backgrounds are successful in this role. We are interested in your potential, attention to detail, and ability to problem solve in a collaborative and inclusive team environment. Because we offer extensive training, this is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to start their careers, change industries or career paths, or for those currently in assistant roles who want to further grow and develop. 
See a day in the life of our executive assistants. 
As a people-first firm, we offer a competitive salary, plus an exceptional benefits package, various perks, and working accommodations that include:
Physical and mental well-being
  • Private healthcare coverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and children including medical, dental, and mental health
  • Membership in a private healthcare clinic
  • Mental health support
  • Annual eyeglasses reimbursement for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and children
  • Five weeks of paid time off and five paid sick days per year
Financial well-being
  • Annual bonus (based on our firm’s performance)
  • Life and business travel accident insurance
  • Short-term disability compensation continuation benefit
  • Full benefits/salary during maternity/parental leave and generous paternity leave
Flexible working
  • Modern office space close to the metro station with an in-office “pub-like” conference room for events
  • Smart casual dress code  
  • Hybrid working model 
Perks
  • Meal allowance and free refreshments at the office
  • 21600 CZK annually in a prepaid benefits card to use for cultural events, sports, courses, and more
  • Firm gifts for tenure and important life events
  • Free car and bicycle parking in the office building
  • Digital annual tax returns preparation on your behalf by our firm
Supportive international community
  • Professional development opportunities for growth across our firm
  • Learning programs (including unlimited access to e-learning courses), coaching/mentorship opportunities, and feedback culture
  • Diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment with office-and firm-wide initiatives and communities (charities, sports teams, LGTBQ+, and more)
  • Comprehensive onboarding into your new role
Position requires a 50/50 hybrid work setup - split evenly between remote and in-office presence.

Your qualifications and skills

  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in English and German (C1 level – CEFR or equivalent) 
  • Strong email and calendaring skills
  • Solid knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office applications; Outlook proficiency preferred
  • Excellent administrative, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment (including prioritization skills, flexibility toward change, sense of urgency, and dealing with ambiguity)
  • Strong attention to detail, can-do attitude, and ownership mindset
  • Outstanding customer orientation and ability to professionally handle confidential and/or sensitive information
  • Eagerness to learn, collaborate, and share knowledge and experiences across regions and teams
  • Ability to establish and strengthen relationships with colleagues, clients, and external vendors across the globe
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Job Skill Group - N/A
Job Skill Code - EARC - Executive Assistant
Function - Firm Administration
Industry -
Post to LinkedIn - Yes
Posted to LinkedIn Date - Fri May 26 00:00:00 GMT 2023
LinkedIn Posting City - Prague
LinkedIn Posting State/Province -
LinkedIn Posting Country - Czech Republic
LinkedIn Job Title - Assistant (Executive, Team or Relief Assistant) German
LinkedIn Function - Administrative;Customer Service;General Business
LinkedIn Industry - Management Consulting
LinkedIn Seniority Level - Entry level