MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT (f, m, x), temporary (12 months)

MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT (f, m, x), Berlin 
temporary (12 months), Maternity Leave Cover 

BCG BrightHouse exists to discover true light in the world. For nearly 30 years, we have pioneered Purpose consulting, creating frameworks to help organizations uncover and embed their purpose. As a division of Boston Consulting Group, we combine strategic insight, human ingenuity, and creative expression to foster high-performing, purpose-driven cultures and drive transformation success by understanding what moves people to change. We inspire branding, strategic storytelling and promote lasting impact. Join us as a Management Assistantto help clients infuse their work with meaning, accelerate growth, and create positive change. 

POSITION SUMMARY 

As our Management Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of our leadership and teams. You will work closely with teams by providing reliable organizational and administrative support while demonstrating ownership, professionalism, and attention to detail. Beyond management support, you may contribute to team coordination and other operational processes for our EMESA team. This position is temporary (12 months).  

BASIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Forward-looking management of calendars for the assigned Managing Directors or Directors with an overall understanding of business priorities.  

• Planning and scheduling in-person and virtual meetings considering different time zones; proactively following up on requests and rescheduling in case of calendar conflicts  

• Arranging business trips; anticipating and coordinating point-to-point travel and logistical needs, including but not limited to directions, commuting time and ground transportation, passport, visa documents, and expense management  

• Communicating with clients, other external guests with a high level of professionalism and in a friendly manner while representing the Managing Director, the broader leadership team and BrightHouse 

• Maintaining client confidence and protecting operations by keeping information confidential 

• Support the directors and their teams with planning team activities such as events and project sessions while applying existing and evolving company policies 

• Support the project teams with project-related tasks such as printing, organizing workshop material 

• Leverage GenAI and other AI-enabled tools to support administrative processes, improve efficiency, and enhance the quality and speed of team support 

• As part of the Business Services Team, responding to a variety of overarching inquiries  

• Other activities include but are not limited to basic document formatting (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint), filing, day-to-day administrative tasks and operations 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS  
 

• University degree or equivalent apprenticeship 

• Relevant experience as an experienced Assistant or comparable position, gained in a professional-services or multi-national company  

• Fluent / Business Englisch language skills (written and spoken), German is a plus 

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)  

• Valid work permit in Berlin 

KEY COMPETENCES 

• Passion for assisting and interest in the work BrightHouse and BCG is doing 

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with all levels of staff  

• Excellent organizational skills, effective time management, ability to set priorities, attention to detail, and tenacity with follow-ups  

• Curiosity and enthusiasm for GenAI and emerging AI tools, actively exploring how they can enhance productivity and team support 

• Strong, positive personal and professional image with excellent standards of professional behavior and ethics  

• Team player with strong motivation and an energetic, resourceful, and respectful manner  

• Accountability and an independent, structured, service-oriented working style 

• Ability to anticipate the needs of others and demonstrate proactivity 

• A concise and effective style in oral and written communication  

• Ability to work in a highly complex matrix organization and fast-paced environment 

• A friendly manner, flexibility, reliability and customer-focused 
   
   

WHAT WE OFFER 

• Exposure to some of the world's most influential organizations 

• Teams of inspiring and bright people working together on projects across two continents and many industries 

• A culture of excellence and respect that has repeatedly made us a Top 100 employer 

• Flexible ways of working, e.g. working from home  

• Unique and value-driven company culture 

• Casual work environment 

• Regular training sessions and social events  
   

Interested in applying at BrightHouse? Please apply via our website and upload your resume, cover letter, and link to your online portfolio:   

www.thinkbrighthouse.com  

If you have any questions upfront, please email [email protected]. 

BrightHouse, a business division of the Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law, where applicable.  

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