Executive Assistant

At Anaplan, we are a team of innovators focused on optimizing business decision-making through our leading AI-infused scenario planning and analysis platform so our customers can outpace their competition and the market.

What unites Anaplanners across teams and geographies is our collective commitment to our customers’ success and to our Winning Culture.

Our customers rank among the who’s who in the Fortune 50. Coca-Cola, LinkedIn, Adobe, LVMH and Bayer are just a few of the 2,400+ global companies who rely on our best-in-class platform.

Our Winning Culture is the engine that drives our teams of innovators. We champion diversity of thought and ideas, we behave like leaders regardless of title, we are committed to achieving ambitious goals, and we love celebrating our wins – big and small.

Supported by operating principles of being strategy-led, values-based and disciplined in execution, you’ll be inspired, connected, developed and rewarded here. Everything that makes you unique is welcome; join us and let’s build what’s next - together!

Executive Assistant to EMEA Sales Organisation Based in London OR Paris - Fluent English Speaker Required. We are seeking a highly organised, proactive, and detail-oriented Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive PA support to a number senior sales leaders located across EMEA.

This is a critical role that requires a high degree of professionalism, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, sales-driven environment. The ideal candidate will be a trusted partner—anticipating needs, managing diaries and travel arrangements, and liaising with contacts at client organisations.

Your responsibilities

• Calendar Management: Proactively manage and maintain complex calendars, including scheduling internal and external meetings, appointments, and travel. Prioritise and resolve scheduling conflicts.
• Communication: Prepare communications for both internal and external audiences.
• Meeting Support: Assist in the set-up of sales meetings and other events, including creating agendas, preparing materials, and managing follow-up activities.
• Travel Coordination: Arrange detailed travel plans, itineraries, and accommodations.
• Data and Reporting: Assist in the preparation of sales reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior leadership.
• Expense Management: Process and submit expense reports in a timely and accurate manner.
• Confidentiality: Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism.

Your Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, ideally supporting senior-level executives in a sales or fast-paced corporate environment.
• Exceptional organisational and time-management skills, with a strong ability to multitask and prioritise effectively.
• Fluency in English is essential. An additional EU language would be an advantage.
• Proficient in using Mac and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), as well as CRM software (e.g., Salesforce).
• High proficiency in virtual meeting platforms such as Zoom and Teams, and collaboration tools such as Slack.
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• A proactive, can-do attitude, with the ability to anticipate needs and work independently.
• Experience in a sales environment and an understanding of sales processes is a significant advantage.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) We believe attracting and retaining the best talent and fostering an inclusive culture strengthens our business. DEIB improves our workforce, enhances trust with our partners and customers, and drives business success. Build your career in a place where diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging aren’t just words on paper – this is what drives our innovation, it’s how we connect, and it contributes to what makes us a market leader. We believe in a hiring and working environment where all people are respected and valued, regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. We hire you for who you are, and we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive equitable benefits and all privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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