Analyst to the CEO - Strategic Operations & Communications (m/f/x)
Plan A
Our Mission
Plan A has set itself the ambitious goal to support businesses around the globe to decarbonise and deliver on their climate objectives, using science and technology. We offer a software for decarbonisation and ESG reporting capabilities, that enables businesses of the likes of BMW, Flix, Mollie, Blisce, Too Good To Go, to successfully manage their net zero journey. Building and growing Plan A has been only possible thanks to our ever-expanding team across Europe.
We are seeking a highly motivated, resourceful, and exceptionally organized Analyst to the CEO to serve as a critical liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders. This role is a unique opportunity to gain comprehensive exposure to the strategic and operational core of the company.
Your Responsibility
You’ll manage a diverse portfolio of responsibilities, ranging from executive communications and marketing support to complex logistical and administrative management. This position requires exceptional judgment, discretion, and a proactive, "can-do" attitude. As an Analyst to the CEO, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with large, global companies to help them understand and reduce their carbon footprint. You'll support our CEO directly, gaining hands-on experience in the sustainability and greentech industry.
1. Strategic Communication & Marketing Support
- Marketing Material Development: Assist in the preparation, editing, and formatting of high-impact presentations, reports, proposals, and other marketing/investor materials.
- External Communications: draft, proofread, and manage correspondence, emails, and internal memos on behalf of the CEO.
2. Partner & Prospect Engagement
- Call Management: Act as the first point of contact for external partners and prospects, professionally taking, screening, and directing incoming calls and managing follow-up communications.
- Meeting Participation: Attend key business meetings, take detailed, high-quality notes, and ensure timely follow-up on action items and commitments.
- Information Synthesis: Research and compile market, competitor, or prospect intelligence to prepare the CEO for crucial engagements.
3. Project Management & Administration
- Information Flow: Facilitate efficient information flow between the CEO's office and senior leadership, departments, and external entities.
- Expense Management: Track, reconcile, and submit expense reports accurately and promptly.
- Ad Hoc Projects: Take ownership of and execute various special projects and initiatives as directed by the CEO, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
- 2+ years of experience in an Analyst, Chief of Staff, or similar role supporting senior executives.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, or a related field preferred.
- Expert level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and Google Workspace. Experience with social media management tools is a plus.
- Core Competencies:
- Exceptional Communication in English: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and professionally with all levels of stakeholders. Further languages such as German or French is a plus.
- Impeccable Organization: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and maintain meticulous attention to detail.
- Discretion & Confidentiality: Proven ability to handle sensitive information with the highest level of integrity and confidentiality.
- Proactive & Self-Directed: A problem-solver who anticipates needs, takes initiative, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Play a meaningful role in advancing our carbon management and ESG software, contributing to our broader mission of driving impactful climate action.
- Become part of a collaborative, cross-functional environment where collective success is at the forefront.
- Enjoy the flexibility of remote work while always having the option to connect with colleagues and work from our offices.
- 28 vacation days per year, 30 days working-from-anywhere.
- Discounts and benefits via the Plan A Corporate Benefits Platform.