Volvo Group Digital & IT is looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to support the SVP of Digital Delivery. 

 

Digital Delivery is a function within Group Digital & IT. We have the ambition to identify and execute on new digital initiatives in tight collaboration with business units across the Volvo Group, modernize and transform existing solutions and products, and to secure agile ways of working across the Digital Delivery function.  

Digital Delivery is a corporate function with presence in Sweden, India, Poland, China, Brazil, France and USA. We are a team of approximately 3 000 people in total. 

 

We have a clear ambition to enable value creation at scale for the Volvo Group. With a new product centric operating model and digital technologies, we will produce digital offerings that are profitable, scalable, and differentiated. With Group Digital & IT, you will be part of a global and diverse team of highly skilled professionals, who learn continuously and embrace change to stay ahead. We have an important role to play in reaching the Volvo Group mission, driving prosperity in transport and infrastructure solutions to shape the world we want to live in. Do you want to be part of our transformation journey towards becoming the digital capability of the Group? The time is now. 

About the position

The position has the responsibility to assist and support with administrative tasks, to be the sounding board to the SVP of Digital Delivery, and to coordinate and drive own projects.  

 

You will report to the SVP of Digital Delivery and will be part of the Management Team. In addition, you will be part of the Executive Assistant network within Volvo Group Digital & IT.  

 

The position is based in Gothenburg. 

 

This is the role: 

 

Proactive ownership of the SVP´s agenda, ability to coordinate complex meetings and projects by working directly with key stakeholders. Proven ability to plan and manage time effectively.  Have ownership over the SVP´s inbox, ensuring all duties are completed in a prioritized and organized way.  Obtaining and organizing information for use in conferences, speeches, and reports. Editing, proofing and formatting presentations, documents and research incl. basic authoring and drafting of correspondence.  Drive and coordinate projects and programs related to business operations.  Write meeting minutes from the Management Team meetings and meetings with key stakeholders and make sure that tasks are followed up.  Manage administration, e.g., travel administration, purchase orders, invoices, and other expenses. The position includes infrequent travel to the function’s main locations.  Who are you?

 To be effective in this position we think you should have or be: 

 

You are passionate about your work and thrives in a creative and dynamic environment   Advanced knowledge typically obtained through education and relevant work experience as assistant on a senior executive level (>7 years).  You need to have experience from working in a global company  A good listener with high integrity; transmitting information accurately and understandably and actively seeking feedback. Handling highly confidential information and protecting the privacy of information in a correct way.   Flexible and able to perform a wide range of tasks, responding to changes in direction and priorities and accepting new challenges and responsibilities. You should be self-dependent in the absence of specific instructions or requirements.   You have a strong business acumen and a clear customer-centric mindset and are experienced in handling a wide range of administrative and executive support.  Your professional behavior towards both internal and external stakeholders at all levels is both agile and representative    You pay attention to details and have a high level of professionalism; you deal directly and forthrightly with people and problems; you are persistent in getting the job done.    Good at planning and organizing; taking the lead and accepting responsibility for actions, costs and results.   Experience from working in the tech industry is a merit  You actively strive for continuous development and to develop your capabilities in the role.  You are an experienced user of IT tools e.g. Microsoft Office, SharePoint/Teams, SAP/R3, SuccessFactors and other support tools for administration in Volvo Group  You are fluent in English (written and spoken)   Are we the right match for you?

Volvo Group values are Customer Success, Trust, Passion, Change and Performance. If you believe that they are keys to success, you might be our new Executive Assistant.  

 

You will have the opportunity to work together with highly skilled colleagues in an exciting global environment which provides opportunities to develop both professionally and personally. 

 

We believe our new Executive Assistant is above all an effective coordinator and team player, embracing all aspects of diversity, safety, quality, and the environment. 

 

 If this sounds interesting, we hope to hear more from you! 

 

Are you curious and have questions? Please reach out to:  

Ditte Vernholt - Executive Assistant - ditte.vernholt@volvo.com 

 

Due to the holiday period, we will start to review applications from January 7th. Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis, and the position may be filled before the application deadline. 

The last application date for this posting is 19th January 2025.

 

Union contact information: 
Akademikerna – Mikael Johansson, +46 73 9023430
Unionen – Lajla Dahlsjö, +46 31 3224575
Ledarna – Carina Sachade, +46 73 9024083
 

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. 

 

Who we are and what we believe in 
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

 

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.

 

Group Digital & IT is the hub for digital development within Volvo Group. Imagine yourself working with cutting-edge technologies in a global team, represented in more than 30 countries. We are dedicated to leading the way of tomorrow’s transport solutions, guided by a strong customer mindset and high level of curiosity, both as individuals and as a team. Here, you will thrive in your career in an environment where your voice is heard and your ideas matter.