Executive Assistant to the President of Husqvarna Division

Interested in joining an international and dynamic team running a world known premium brand and give your contribution to our business development? We are looking for a highly accountable and responsible person to be the Executive Assistant to our President Husqvarna Division. 


Husqvarna Division, part of Husqvarna Group is a world-leading producer of outdoor power products for garden, park and forest care. The division’s products are designed for forestry, tree care, landscaping and other commercial lawn and garden services, as well as home and landowner consumers. We are a global team of pioneers, shaping great experiences through cutting-edge technologies and innovative products and services. Working here, you will be part of a creative hub for innovative and passionate minds. 


The role
As an Executive Assistant you will provide administrative support to the President, and other members of the management team. This includes calendar management, responsibility to plan and manage travel schedules and completing expense reports to President and sometimes other members of the management team. You will also help produce and distribute documentation and meeting presentations as well as assist with follow-up actions from meeting outcomes. You will act in a “gatekeeper” role, creating win-win situations for direct access to the President’s time.


The extent of your duties will also include but are not limited to:
Management of confidential correspondence
General event organisation/coordination of activities liaising with other Executive Assistants when necessary. (e.g. quarterly meetings, off-sites, team and town hall meetings, including managing budgets and deadlines) 
Prioritise, and follow up on incoming issues and concerns addressed, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature; determine appropriate course of action, referral, or response.
Occasional travel to support events in order to provide general assistance during presentations, and ensure smooth development of the sessions
Work collaboratively with others to create a productive, diverse and supportive working environment
Communication support



Location: Husqvarna Group HQ in Stockholm
The role requires travel on occasion, primarily to the Huskvarna Site.


Your profile
We are searching for a service minded and independent person that can handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters. To succeed in this role we believe you are a self-directed and detail-oriented problem solver with a desire to contribute to the organization’s reputation and success. You have great ability to consistently and positively contribute in a fast-paced, changing work environment and prioritize multiple tasks and manage time efficiently. As this role includes many interactions excellent communication and interpersonal skills is of importance. 
Required skills and qualifications 
Bachelor or Master degree in for example business/economics/engineering or equivalent practical experience
Qualified experience from working in an high intensity international company
Proven track record assisting senior business leaders
Advanced office IT-skills, with seamless proficiency in Microsoft Office
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English



How to apply
Send in your application including CV and cover letter no later than February 20th, 2020. We will review applications continuously. 
For more information about the role or recruitment process please contact: Anne-Marie Andric – anne-marie.andric@husqvarnagroup.com
For more information about the recruitment process please contact: Amanda Augustsson – amanda.augustsson@husqvarnagroup.com 


What happens after you have applied? 
We will review your application carefully to see if your profile matches the requirements of the vacant position. If we believe you are a potential candidate for the role, you will be invited for an initial interview. In preparation for the interview you will receive information about the arrangement as well as other steps in the process, such as second interviews, assessments, references and introduction. If you aren’t chosen to proceed in the process, you will be informed of this at the latest when the position has been filled. 


About Husqvarna Group
We’ve been doing business since 1689, using our expertise to create sewing machines, bicycles, motorcycles and kitchen equipment. Now, we’re finding innovative ways to shape our future. Today we’re the world’s leading producer of outdoor power products for forest, park and garden care, watering products and power tools for construction. We seek people who have a great sense of self-motivation, creative problem solvers who enjoy collaboration and networking in an international environment - people with a strong desire to add value. Our Key Behaviors always begins with ME, I take ownership and I ask myself: What can I do?
Read more about Husqvarna Group here: http://www.husqvarnagroup.com/