Executive Assistant to Co-Founder (f/m/d)

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We are Gorillas and on a mission to redefine convenience retail. With our ten-minute grocery deliveries, we are disrupting the supermarket space, one of the biggest markets still in the hands of traditional players. We are a rapidly growing startup and are currently building an outstanding team with skilled members across all domains and backgrounds. We focus on building a diverse and inclusive company culture and aim to become a global leader in on-demand retail. Come join us on this journey!

Role & Responsibilities:
As Executive Assistant to our Co-Founder, you will be supporting our rapid growth and have a unique opportunity to make an impact on the company worldwide. We are looking for a highly motivated full-time Executive Assistant, who will work directly with the Co-Founder and handle a wide range of responsibilities.

In this role you will:
Create breathing space in the Co-Founder’s calendar, guarding self-care time, scheduling meetings and consulting on time management
Support the Co-Founder in caring for his team, his peers, stakeholders and professional network
Arrange business travel across varying time zones
Screen all incoming and outgoing emails and LinkedIn messages
Arrange and prepare for meetings on behalf of the Co-Founder
Draft and prepare email letters, presentations and similar on behalf of the Co-Founder
Liaise with people globally at all levels including Senior Management and Executives
Organize international conferences, learning & development workshops and social events for the People team and the Co-Founder
Collate weekly People team for the weekly team meetings and the direct report 1:1s
Ad-hoc research and information gathering
Process invoices and expenses in various currencies
Take minutes as and when required
Requirements
Prior experience supporting executives at the C-Level or recent university graduate working in an HR role who wants to work in a role with broader responsibilities.
Bachelor’s Degree
You have excellent communication skills and a high proficiency in both written and spoken English
You understand the importance of extreme discretion, tact, and confidentiality
Expert level Microsoft Office: Powerpoint, Word, and Excel skills
Excellent IT skills – highly competent in G-suite (gmail, g-docs, slides, etc)
Ability to gather complex information/data and analyze it
Seeing how your support empowers others to succeed makes you happy
You are a positive force of energy
You like to make order in chaotic situations and thrive under pressure
You love coordinating things & optimizing processes is your superpower
You are experienced in working on your own initiative and as part of a team
Proven organisational skills (especially in calendar management and complex travel itineraries); gained through the above
You display a proactive approach to work, able to anticipate and pre-empt problems before they occur
You are attentive to even the smallest of details
Able to thrive in a startup environment where processes and structure are not yet developed
Visa sponsorship is not offered for this role
Benefits
As a part of the fastest growing startup, you can benefit from a steep learning curve from day one with a high career growth trajectory. We love seeing our crew blossom & growing with us! With a transparent company culture & stunning team spirit, Gorillas ensures a dynamic & international environment welcome to anyone! Plus, our flexible working arrangements support people at different stages in their lives. We celebrate diversity & are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
If you want to build something you are proud of & you believe in the vision, we want you in the Gorillas fam!

What we offer:
Accelerate your career development by joining one of Europe’s fastest-growing startups
Flexible working arrangements, plus offices located in the center of Berlin
A 25% discount on all your Gorillas deliveries ❤️
Free snacks and drinks in the office, and the opportunity to sample new products before anyone else
Your choice of a Mac or Windows laptop, plus a tech accessory budget to maximize your work environment
Gorillas is an equal opportunity employer, which means we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation , gender identity or expression. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.