Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

Alpaga Trading LLC; Paris; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpaga Trading LLC, based in Paris, is looking for a Group Deputy Managing Director to drive international expansion. This senior role requires a candidate experienced in finance, bilingual in English and French, and capable of managing complex projects across multiple jurisdictions.

The ideal applicant will have strong analytical skills, negotiation abilities, and a proven track record in corporate finance or investment-related activities. This position emphasizes strong leadership capabilities, networking, and entrepreneurial thinking.

Qualifications

• Fully bilingual in English and French (mandatory).
• Strong background in finance or corporate development.
• Experience managing high-level projects internationally.

Responsibilities

• Support the expansion of the international group across sectors.
• Lead complex projects from inception to completion.
• Engage with banks, financial institutions, and investors.

Skills

Bilingual in English and French

Strong analytical skills

Leadership capabilities

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Project management

Entrepreneurial mindset

Job description

Alpaga Trading LLC is an international trading company specializing in African agricultural commodities, including cashew nuts, sesame seeds, cocoa, peanuts, and more. With over 15 years of experience, the company ensures high-quality sourcing through an extensive network of producers and local partners in key African growing regions. Operating from offices in Geneva and Dubai, Alpaga Trading LLC connects vital agricultural value chains with international markets. The company is committed to delivering excellence while fostering sustainable relationships with its stakeholders.

Role Description

We are seeking a highly driven and strategic Group Deputy Managing Director to support the expansion and structuring of our international group across multiple sectors and jurisdictions. The ideal candidate must be fully bilingual in English and French, possess strong analytical and leadership capabilities, and demonstrate the ability to lead and execute complex projects from inception to completion. This role requires a strong background in finance, financial structuring, banking relations, corporate development, or investment-related activities, with the ability to engage confidently with banks, financial institutions, investors, and senior stakeholders. The successful candidate should bring a strong professional network, excellent negotiation and communication skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset capable of contributing ideas, driving execution, and creating long-term strategic value for the group. The position is preferably based in Europe, with priority given to candidates located in or connected to France.

Qualifications

• Fully bilingual in English and French (mandatory)
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Proven leadership and execution capabilities
• Ability to bring ideas, structure projects, and execute them from inception to completion
• Strong background in finance, financial structuring, corporate finance, investment banking, or strategic development
• Ability to engage and negotiate with banks, financial institutions, and high-level investors
• Well-established professional network and strong business relationships within the banking and financial sectors
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Experience managing multiple high-level projects in international environments
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong results-driven approach