About amfori
amfori advocates for a world in which trade serves a purpose: delivering social, environmental and economic benefits for everyone.
If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.
As a global business association, amfori supports its members at every step of their due diligence journey, offering a comprehensive range of ESG products and services.
Founded in 1977, and recognised for its flagship product amfori BSCI, amfori leverages decades of expertise and close collaboration with more than 2400 member companies as well as auditing companies, producers, factories, and other stakeholders such as policymakers. Representing a diverse array of industries in over 50 countries, that cover trade streams in over 100 countries, amfori continues to have a positive impact on fostering sustainable trade.
About the Role
As Executive Assistant to the President, you will be at the heart of amfori’s leadership. You will act as a trusted partner and strategic enabler, ensuring that the President can focus on high-impact priorities and decision-making.
You will drive efficiency across the Executive Office, support leadership and governance processes, and play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of our Brussels office.
Responsibilities
Strategic Support to the President
* Manage the President’s calendar, priorities, and communications in line with strategic objectives
* Anticipate needs, prepare briefings, and provide structured insights to support decision-making
* Take ownership of selected responsibilities and proactively identify opportunities to optimize time and impact
Leadership Team & Board Coordination
* Organize and coordinate Leadership Team and Board meetings end-to-end
* Prepare agendas, compile documentation, and distribute pre-reads
* Draft minutes and track follow-up actions to ensure execution and governance excellence
* Act as a trusted sounding board, adding value to discussions
Stakeholder Management
* Serve as the primary interface between the President and internal/external stakeholders
* Ensure smooth communication flows across teams, regions, and leadership
* Handle sensitive information with the highest level of discretion and professionalism
* Identify and resolve bottlenecks to keep activities moving forward
Projects & Continuous Improvement
* Support cross-functional initiatives and special projects
* Track deliverables and ensure timely follow-up
* Contribute to improving processes within the Executive Office
* Maintain structured documentation and reporting
Facilities, Logistics & Events
* Oversee office operations, vendors, and facilities management in Brussels
* Plan and manage complex travel (international and domestic) for the President and Leadership Team
* Coordinate executive engagements and team events
* Manage related budgets efficiently
Team Leadership
* Supervise and coordinate a small support team
* Drive engagement, performance, and professional development
* Ensure high standards of service delivery and collaboration
Profile
* Proven experience as an Executive Assistant at senior leadership level (CEO/President/Board exposure)
* Strong organizational and prioritization skills with a proactive mindset
* Ability to synthesize complex information and create high-quality materials
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* High level of discretion, integrity, and professional judgment
* Experience supporting governance bodies (Board/Leadership Team) is a strong asset
* International mindset; ability to navigate a multicultural environment
* Experience in Sustainability is a plus
Why to join amfori? xphnsxz
At amfori, you will join a diverse, international environment all united by a common goal: to drive positive change toward a sustainable world in which trade serves a purpose.
Benefits
* Group insurance and comprehensive health insurance
* Working from home up to 3 days per week
* Working from abroad
* Extra-legal holidays per year
* Net allowance and reimbursement of commuting costs
* Internet allowance
* Mobile phone and subscription