Executive Assistant & Internal Communications Specialist (f/m/d)

<p>At <b>ABB</b>, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.</p><p></p><p><b>This position reports to:</b></p>Country Holding Officer - Austria<p></p><p>__</p><p><b>Your Role &amp; Responsibilities</b></p><p>As Executive Assistant to the senior managers and Board for ABB in Austria, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of executive activities across the Austrian organization. In this role we are seeking a highly independent and trustworthy individual who will coordinate governance activities, manage confidential information, and deliver engaging communication initiatives in close collaboration with the local and global communications team.</p><p>In this role, you’ll help run what runs the world, by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact.</p><p>The work model for the role is: onsite with 8 home office days a month</p><ul><li>Provide proactive executive support to the senior managers by coordinating meetings, preparing presentations and executive documentation, while handling confidential correspondence and day-to-day administrative activities.</li><li>Build trusted relationships across the organization by handling confidential information with discretion, proactively managing competing priorities, and ensuring effective collaboration with stakeholders across ABB Austria.</li><li>Support internal communications across ABB Austria by implementing communication plans, managing communication channels, and supporting engagement initiatives, campaigns and events together with the local and global communications team.</li><li>Organize and coordinate company events, and business initiatives while continuously improving administrative processes, managing multiple priorities independently and acting as a trusted point of contact for senior stakeholders.</li></ul><p> </p><p><b>Our team dynamics</b></p><p>Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.</p><p> </p><p><b>What it takes to Run what runs the world</b></p><ul><li>5-8 years of professional experience as an Executive Assistant towards senior management or in a comparable position supporting executive leadership.</li><li>Experience coordinating executive meetings, Board or management meetings, preparing presentations, agendas and meeting documentation</li><li>Excellent communication skills in German and English is required</li><li>A proactive and self-driven working style where you can maintain a high level of quality under changing priorities.</li><li>High integrity, professionalism and excellent interpersonal skills, enabling you to build trusted relationships across all levels of the organization.</li><li>Excellent organizational skills with experience planning events, coordinating multiple stakeholders and managing confidential information with integrity and discretion.</li><li>High interest of Internal communication, preferably with experience preparing communication materials or supporting employee engagement initiatives.</li></ul><p><span> </span></p><p><span><b>We offer a full range of benefits to help you thrive at work and beyond:</b></span></p><ul><li><span><b>Work-Life Balance</b> – Flexible working models, including flextime and hybrid options, to support your personal and professional life.</span></li><li><span><b>Health &amp; Well-being</b> – Access to various health measures, a <b>Global Employee Assistance Program</b>, and a <b>gender-neutral parental leave policy</b>.</span></li><li><span><b>Financial Perks</b> – Participation in the <b>Global Employee Shareholder Acquisition Program (ESAP)</b> and meal allowances.</span></li><li><span><b>Career Growth</b> – Extensive <b>training opportunities</b> and structured <b>development programs</b> to help you advance.</span></li><li><span><b>Inclusive Culture</b> – An international work environment that </span>encourages <span>collaboration and innovation.</span></li></ul><p><span> </span></p><p>The minimum compensation, in accordance with the electrical and electronics industry collective agreement, is 3 888,53 EUR monthly for a full-time position as of May 2026. But we would be happy to speak in person about your compensation package in relation to your qualifications and experience!</p><p><span> </span></p><p> </p><p><b>More about us:</b></p><p>ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation. We see our purpose as being to enable a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting our engineering and digitalization expertise, we help industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable so they outperfor