About Us

Schulz-Farben is a leading international manufacturer of paints, coatings, and functional coating systems, with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and the highest quality standards.

The Role & Responsibilities

The Personal Executive Assistant is the CEO’s closest operational and organizational partner. This role ensures that the CEO can work efficiently, that priorities are clearly managed, and that all relevant topics are driven forward in a structured manner.

Key Responsibilities

Day-to-Day Executive Support

Planning, coordinating, and prioritizing the CEO’s schedule
Preparing meetings (briefings, materials, background information)
Accompanying the CEO to key internal and external meetings
Following up on meetings, including consistent tracking of action items

Communication Hub

Acting as the first point of contact for internal and external inquiries to the CEO
Filtering, prioritizing, and structuring incoming information
Coordinating with senior management on behalf of the CEO
Drafting and reviewing emails, speeches, and presentations

Decision and Work Preparation

Preparing well-founded decision-making materials
Conducting rapid research on strategic and operational topics
Structuring and summarizing complex issues in a concise manner
Preparing KPI reports and status updates

High-Level Organization & Administration

Planning and coordinating national and international travel
Organizing board meetings and confidential discussions
Managing sensitive documents and information
Supporting confidential and strategic projects

Special Projects & Ad-hoc Tasks

Handling short-term assignments directly from the CEO
Supporting strategic initiatives
Coordinating and executing selected projects

Your Profile

Professional Qualifications

University degree (Master’s or PhD) in engineering or natural sciences (Preferred: Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Coatings Engineering, or Materials Science)
Initial to several years of experience in an assistant, project, or consulting role
Excellent MS Office skills (especially PowerPoint and Excel)
Fluent in German and English at a professional (C-level) proficiency
Proficiency in additional languages (such as Chinese or French) is considered a strong asset, particularly in a global business environment

Personal Competencies

Absolute discretion and trustworthiness
Strong sense of responsibility and reliability
Outstanding organizational skills
Quick comprehension and strong analytical thinking
Proactive, structured, and independent working style
High level of resilience, flexibility, and ability to perform under pressure
Ability to switch seamlessly between operational support and strategic involvement
Strong understanding of both detailed operational matters and broader strategic contexts

What We Offer

A dynamic working environment in an internationally active medium-sized company
Short decision paths and a high level of personal responsibility
Attractive development opportunities within a growing organization
Work-life balance: flexible working hours and hybrid working options
Company pension scheme with an above-average employer contribution
Discounts & perks - access to the “Corporate Benefits” app, local fitness studios, and special offers on company products
Bike leasing - tax-efficient and environmentally friendly
Development & growth opportunities - we support your journey through onboarding, training and individual development programs
Employee referral program - “Employees refer employees”
Celebrating special moments together with meaningful and heartfelt gestures

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