Executive Assistant

About the role

Swiss Re is looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Managing Director of Digital & Tech L&H Re and the broader division. The role combines leadership, strategy and execution in a fast-paced, globally connected environment, using digital and AI tools to raise productivity. It sits within the Operations & Transformation team, which supports leadership in turning priorities into execution.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and optimise complex calendars for the Managing Director and two senior leaders across time zones
• Organise leadership meetings and key forums, prepare materials and follow up on decisions and actions
• Coordinate travel, including itineraries, accommodation and expenses
• Act as a bridge between leadership and internal and external stakeholders
• Plan and deliver divisional events, townhalls and leadership sessions
• Coordinate monthly divisional leadership team meetings from agenda setting to facilitation
• Use AI and digital tools to improve efficiency and ways of working

Required profile

• 5+ years as a senior Executive Assistant or in a comparable executive support role in a complex organisation
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, able to work under pressure
• Excellent written and verbal English
• Discretion and professionalism with sensitive information
• Comfortable working across time zones and with global stakeholders
• Interest in AI productivity tools (e.g. Copilot, ChatGPT)

Nice to have

• Technology, digital or innovation background
• Global team coordination experience
• Familiarity with travel and expense management systems
• Event planning or conference coordination experience

Required skills

• Advanced MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams

What we offer

• Base salary in Slovakia of EUR 1,800 to 2,800 per month for a full-time role, depending on profile and scope
• Performance-based variable compensation
• Global and location-specific benefits