ABOUT US
We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy.
We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Senior Management Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to senior leadership within Swift. This role is crucial in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of executive offices.
What to Expect:
- Tribe Leadership Support: Provide high-level administrative support to one or more directors, including managing complex calendars, scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements (domestic and international), and preparing expense reports.
- Communication Management: Act as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, screening and prioritizing incoming communications (emails, calls, correspondence), drafting professional responses, and ensuring timely follow-up.
- Document and Presentation Preparation: Prepare, edit, and proofread a variety of confidential documents, reports, presentations, and other materials, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to company branding guidelines.
- Meeting and Event Coordination: Plan, organize, and execute meetings, conferences, and special events, including venue selection, catering arrangements, technology setup, and distribution of agendas and minutes.
- Project and Task Management: Assist with tracking key projects, deadlines, and action items, proactively reminding senior management of upcoming commitments, and following up on delegated tasks.
- Information Management: Maintain and organize confidential files, databases, and records, ensuring easy retrieval and compliance with data protection policies.
- Operational Support: Handle various operational tasks as needed, including office supply management, vendor liaison, and acting as a central point for information dissemination.
- Problem Solving: Proactively identify and resolve administrative issues, demonstrating independent judgment and initiative.
Must Have:
- Experienced with Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience as an Executive Assistant or Senior Administrative Assistant supporting senior management, preferably within a large, international organization.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration,, Office Management, or a related field is preferred. Relevant professional certifications are a plus.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with collaboration tools (e.g., SharePoint, Teams). Familiarity with travel and expense management systems is desirable.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Proven ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
- Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs, take initiative, and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships with diverse stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Meticulous attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in all tasks.
What we offer
We put you in control of career
We give you a competitive package
We help you perform at your best
We help you make a difference
We give you the freedom to be yourself
We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals – like you – with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.
If you believe you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us to request accommodation.
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Swift, we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team, so if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.
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What We Do
SWIFT is a global member-owned cooperative and the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services.
We provide our community with a platform for messaging and standards for communicating, and we offer products and services to facilitate access and integration, identification, analysis and regulatory compliance.
Our messaging platform, products and services connect more than 11,000 banking and securities organisations, market infrastructures and corporate customers in more than 200 countries and territories.
SWIFT also brings the financial community together – at global, regional and local levels – to shape market practice, define standards and debate issues of mutual interest or concern.
For more information, visit www.swift.com or follow us on Twitter: @swiftcommunity
