WFS, a member of the SATS Group, is a global air cargo logistics leader and best in class ground handling partner.
We offer services for Air Cargo, Ground Handling and specialist needs.
SATS-WFS has a strong presence across a combined network of over 215 locations and employs over 46 000 of the finest professionals all over the world.
At Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), part of the SATS Group, more than 50,000 colleagues work worldwide. At Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, we play an important role in the logistics chain. We ensure that goods reach their destinations quickly, safely and efficiently. Every day, we connect with the world through our operations.
Are you ready to start your career in management support within an international organisation? For our EMEA organisation (Europe, Middle East and Africa), we are looking for an enthusiastic Management Assistant who is eager to learn and develop.
Do you enjoy organising, thinking ahead and helping others stay on track? In this role, you will work closely with experienced colleagues and senior management, helping turn busy schedules and competing priorities into well-organised working days. You will gain valuable hands-on experience while developing your professional skills.
What will you do?
As a Management Assistant, you will support the Executive Business Partner Team and the EMEA Leadership Team with a variety of organisational, administrative and operational activities. Your preparation, attention to detail and follow-up will help the teams work effectively. You will gain valuable insight into an international organisation while developing your skills in management support, project coordination and business operations.
You will assist with organising meetings, managing calendars and coordinating appointments and travel arrangements. You will also prepare presentations and reports, take meeting minutes, keep track of action points and follow up with colleagues to ensure tasks are completed.
In addition, you will contribute to various projects and improvement initiatives across the EMEA organisation. You will communicate with colleagues and stakeholders from different countries to support effective collaboration and information sharing.
Throughout your onboarding, you will receive guidance from experienced professionals and have plenty of opportunities to take initiative, develop new skills and actively contribute to the organisation. As your knowledge and confidence grow, you will gradually take on more responsibility.
What do you bring?
- Minimum MBO-level education or equivalent, preferably in administration, business administration or management support;
- Good command of English, both written and spoken. Knowledge of Dutch is an advantage;
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot is an advantage, along with a willingness to learn new digital tools;
- You are accurate, organised and have an eye for detail;
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with different people;
- You can prioritise tasks, adapt when plans change and ask for guidance when priorities compete;
- You take ownership of your tasks, follow through on agreements and keep others informed of progress;
- You are independent, proactive and trustworthy, with a strong sense of responsibility;
- You are enthusiastic, eager to learn and open to new challenges.
What do we offer?
- A challenging role within an international organisation at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol;
- A one-year contract with the possibility of extension, offering you the opportunity to grow and build your future within WFS;
- The opportunity to gain experience working alongside the EMEA Leadership Team;
- Professional guidance and coaching from experienced colleagues;
- A varied role involving management support and project coordination;
- The opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across Europe, the Middle East and Africa and gain insight into an international business environment;
- Room to contribute your ideas, suggest improvements and gradually take on more responsibility;
- A dynamic and supportive working environment where you can further develop your skills.
Are you well-organised, proactive and a strong communicator? Then we are looking for you!
Send your CV and a short motivation letter to recruitment.ams@wfs.aero or click 'Apply now' at the bottom of the page.
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