CEO OFFICE - MANAGER

Applus+ IDIADA; Tarragona; Híbrido; EUR 45.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global automotive engineering leader in Tarragona is seeking a CEO Office Manager and Executive Assistant to support the CEO in financial and operational matters. This hybrid role requires exceptional organizational, communication, and analytical skills, with a strong emphasis on strategic project support. Candidates must have at least 5 years in analytical roles, and fluency in English, Spanish, and Catalan is essential.

Servicios

Subsidized canteen

Language courses

Transport services

Coaching services

Formación

• At least 5 years of experience in consulting, auditing or similar analytical roles.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Advanced level English, Spanish, and Catalan essential.

Responsabilidades

• Manage CEO's priorities and strategic initiatives.
• Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and reports for executive meetings.
• Monitor and analyze key financial and non-financial metrics and KPIs.

Conocimientos

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Proactive approach

Advanced communication

Financial acumen

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business Administration, or Finance

Herramientas

Microsoft Office Suite

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Shaping the Future of Automotive Engineering is a core focus at Applus+ IDIADA. We are a global leader in automotive engineering with a diverse and inclusive environment that fosters innovation and growth. We offer a highly flexible hybrid work model and wellbeing benefits designed to support work-life balance, including subsidized canteen, language courses, transport and coaching services.

Join a company committed to sustainability and the development of safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles. We are seeking a CEO Office Manager and Executive Assistant to provide direct support to our CEO in strategic, financial and operational matters. This role combines executive assistance with financial analysis, follow-up of key strategic projects and communication with key stakeholders. It requires exceptional organization and communication skills, strategic thinking, autonomy and the ability to operate at the highest levels of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Executive Support & Communication
• Manage CEO's priorities and strategic initiatives
• Act as primary liaison between CEO and internal/external stakeholders
• Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and reports for executive meetings
• Attend executive committee sessions and prepare minutes and follow-up actions
• Coordinate and follow up on strategic projects and decisions
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with utmost discretion

• Strategic Analysis and Project Follow-Up
• Monitor and analyze key financial and non-financial metrics and KPIs
• Prepare CEO dashboard with inputs from the different areas
• Support the CEO in key projects where he participates (e.g., budgeting process, M&A opportunities), liaising with the corresponding areas
• Conduct strategic analysis to support decisions, with the support of other departments (finance, products, sales, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with group policies and procedures

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business Administration, or Finance
• Preferably from top-tier institutions (ESADE, Pompeu Fabra, or equivalent)
• At least 5 years of experience in consulting, auditing or similar analytical roles
• Previous experience in CEO support roles will be considered a plus
• Advanced level English, Spanish, and Catalan essential. Any additional languages will be considered a strong asset

Core Competencies

• Exceptional organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Financial acumen
• Advanced communication skills across all organizational levels
• Proactiveness and autonomy, with ability to anticipate needs and take initiative
• English proficiency (written and verbal)
• Executive presence suitable for Board-level interactions
• Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Strong presentation and report-writing capabilities
• Project management skills

What We Offer

• Direct exposure to C-level decision making, with opportunity to influence strategic initiatives
• Professional development in a dynamic environment
• Competitive compensation package
• Additional benefits as per company policy (flexibility, etc.)

Reporting Structure

• Reports to: CEO
• Collaborates with: Management Committee, Finance Department, Board of Directors
• Travel: Occasional domestic and international travel required

This is an exceptional opportunity for a high-potential professional to accelerate their career while making a significant impact on our organization's success.

Applus IDIADA is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We don’t put limits on you, so don’t put limits on yourself either. There is a place for everyone.