Paralegal & Management Assistant Benelux

Job description

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About the job

As a Paralegal & Management Assistant in Danone’s General Secretary team, you will be at the heart of strategic impact. Your major responsibilities will cover the support of the General Counsel team, especially on legal & compliance, the General Secretary leading the department, as well as support the organization of internal and external events. Your superpowers? Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, pro-active and strong communication skills.

In this role, you will report into the General Secretary & Sustainability Director Benelux. You are part of a team, including Legal, Communications, Sustainability and Public & Health Affairs.

 

Your responsibilities are very diverse and touch different domains:

 

·  Legal & Compliance Support:
·  Collaborate with legal & compliance professionals, providing essential administrative support.
·  Assist with corporate housekeeping tasks, ensuring smooth operations.
·  Keep a watchful eye on compliance activities and maintain meticulous records for reporting.
·  Craft clear and concise correspondence and meeting minutes.

·  Event organization & support:
·  Drive and contribute to internal and external events managed by the General Secretary, the communication or public affairs teams, like company & team building events, press conferences & VIP events, within deadlines.
·  Consider logistics, invitations, branding, budget, … and ensure all essentials like products, lunch and more—are flawlessly in place.

·  Internal & External Communication support:
·  Manage our corporate inbox, fostering seamless communication across departments and with external partners when needed.
·  Organize the supply of product samples to partners or professionals.
·  Create polished PowerPoint presentations and assist with translations.

·  Administration:
·  Master the art of agenda support, travel arrangements and cost-center management of the General Secretary.
·  Tackle phone calls, handle invoicing, and manage purchase orders with finesse.

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About you

We prioritize skills, competencies, and relevant experiences over the number of years worked. Here are the key attributes we value:

·  Experience in a Similar Function: Your prior experience in a similar role sets the stage. If you’ve navigated a multinational organization or have a legal/events context under your belt, that’s a big plus.
·  Administrative Skills and Attention to Detail: Administrative prowess is your superpower. Accuracy and an eagle eye for details ensure smooth operations.
·  Organizational Savvy and Ownership: You’re the judge of all situations. Your organizational skills keep things running efficiently, and you’re not afraid to take ownership.
·  Adaptability and Resilience: Quick changes? No problem. You thrive under pressure and maintain a steady working pace without compromising accuracy.
·  Independence and Eagerness to Learn: You’re a self-starter, eager to develop new skills—especially in the legal field.
·  Strong Personality and Discretion: Your strength shines through, yet you’re discreet and reliable.
·  Tech-Savvy: MS-Office? You’re a pro—Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook are your playground.

About us

Are you ready to thrive in a dynamic environment filled with exciting opportunities? You’ll work with some of the best-known brands in the world, such as Evian, Alpro, Actimel, Nutricia, Activia and Nutrilon and we absolutely guarantee that you can just be yourself. The extent to which you can innovative and entrepreneurial might just amaze you! 

Embark on a journey with us, where your skills and passion converge to shape a healthier and more sustainable future with our One Planet One Health BY YOU vison. Transform this vision into reality by playing a key role in the performance of Danone and all our brands. 

In all our activities we respect the Danone values that are fundamental to our company: Humanism, Openness, Proximity and Enthusiasm. These beliefs guide us in how we work and interact with each other. Do you share the same values, then Danone is certainly a good fit for you! 

At Danone, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that drives our growth as a business, as teams and as individuals.  

Did you know that as a B-Corp certified company, Danone Belux meets the highest verified standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability? 

 

It is an exciting time to join Danone as Paralegal & Management Assistant . In our vibrant and international working environment you will be supported to learn new skills and to grow an impactful career aligned with your personal aspirations.  

 

We Offer

At Danone Belux, we offer a hybrid working environment which enables each team to meet our people's desire for flexibility. Aside an attractive base salary, you will receive a complete package of benefits, including: 

·  32 holidays
·  Meal vouchers 
·  Health and group insurance  
·  Discounts for Danone products 
·  Various learning and development options 

 

 

What's next?

It’s simple – hit the “apply” button now.  

 

You have until May 25 th 2024 to apply, so waste no time! In order to comply with GDPR we can’t process your personal data without your given consent, so please apply directly via this website.