Executive Assistant to Managing Director

Daimler Truck AG; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Daimler Truck UK Ltd is seeking a proactive Executive Assistant to support the Managing Director and Senior Executive Team. This role is pivotal for project management, stakeholder liaison, and ensuring efficient operations, contributing significantly to the strategic direction of the business. This opportunity involves managing critical executive operations and driving the internal communications strategy while fostering a collaborative workplace culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus structure

Colleague car scheme

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Strong experience in providing executive support.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate meetings and agendas for the Managing Director.
• Oversee project plans and communicate with stakeholders.
• Lead internal communications initiatives.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Executive Assistant to Managing Director

Executive Assistant to Managing Director

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Daimler Truck UK Ltd is seeking a highly capable and proactive Executive Assistant to support the Managing Director and Senior Executive Team. This is a pivotal role that blends executive support, project management, and internal communications, contributing directly to the smooth operation and strategic direction of the business.

This role provides critical support to the Managing Director and Senior Executive Team of Daimler Truck UK (DTUK) in conceptual and operational matters, making an important contribution to the smooth running of day-to-day business. The role is responsible for project and task management, stakeholder liaison which includes coordinating interfaces with other areas within the business, ensuring efficient operations and effective communication within the organisation. Additionally, it serves as the lead responsible for technology and office management, for Internal Communications for DTUK and related projects, activities, and events, driving DTUK’s mission and contributing to its success.

This is a Full-Time position.

Please note: We are currently only considering applications from those with a current right to work in the UK.

Closing date: 8th June 2025

About the role:

Manage executive operations: coordinate agendas, meetings, and follow-ups for the Managing Director:

• Prepare and coordinate presentations and documentation for executive meetings
• Attend business meetings, track follow-up actions, and liaise with stakeholders
• Manage and prioritise the MD’s schedule in collaboration with other PAs
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with company policies

Lead strategic projects: oversee project plans, track deliverables, and liaise with stakeholders across the business.

• Act as Programme Manager for strategic projects across DTUK
• Define project goals, manage timelines and resources, and ensure delivery
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to drive progress
• Monitor budgets and proactively manage risks
• Support budget administration and operational planning for the MD office.

Internal communications: drive colleague engagement through town halls, internal updates, and leadership messaging.

• Lead internal communication initiatives including Town Halls and staff events
• Keep employees informed of company updates and strategic goals
• Manage the Daimler Truck UK intranet space
• Collaborate with senior leaders, HR, and internal teams to foster a positive and engaging workplace culture

About you:

• Strong commercial acumen, with a considerable amount of experience in providing reliable and accurate support to senior executives in a similar working environment.
• Outstanding research skills, together with a high level of problem solving, presentation and organisation skills.
• An exceptional collaborator, communicator, and influencer capable of cultivating productive working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Substantial experience in project management, managing conflicting priorities exhibiting excellent time management skills by staying one step ahead.
• Demonstrate resilience and confidence working in a high-pressure work environment, whilst operating flexibly.
• Demonstrate a high level of confidentiality and discretion in all matters.
• Advanced working knowledge of MS Office Suite, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability and desire to learn within a dynamic environment.

What we'll give you

As well as the opportunity to work for a great business who are passionate in everything that we do, we'll offer you a competitive salary and discretionary bonus structure. We also hope you'll love our products as much as we do, with access to our colleague’s car scheme. On top of that, you'll be able to join our pension scheme and you'll get a flexible benefit pot that can be used to find the benefits that are right for you.

We're here to support you - we offer access to colleague wellbeing resources, including an Employee Assistance Programme and Mental health First Aiders. What's more, we'll also encourage your development, with the training and knowledge you need to reach your potential.

What’s next?

Once you click apply, we’ll take you through to the Daimler Truck careers portal. Here, you’ll need to complete a short 10-minute application form, attach your current CV and submit your salary expectations. Simple.

Don't forget to follow us on LinkedIn @ Daimler Trucks UK Ltd.

At Daimler Truck, we promote diversity and stand for an inclusive corporate culture. We value the individual strengths of our employees, because these lead to the best team performance and thus to the success of our company. Inclusion and equal opportunities are important to us. We welcome applications from people of all cultures and genders, parents, people with disabilities and people of any community.

We care about your personal data. The General Data Protection Regulation provides you with more control and by submitting an application to us; we consider this to be an agreement to process your personal data in support of our recruitment and selection process.

Data categories that we process in relation to your application are the ones that you provided as part of the application process. We process your personal data in relation to the application, in accordance with the legal requirements. Recipients of your personal data within our company are the managers of the specialist unit in charge of filling the position and the responsible colleagues from HR.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative, Quality Assurance, and Product Management

• Industries

  Truck Transportation and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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