Executive Assistant

About BCG

Boston Consulting Group (BCG) works with leaders across business and society to solve high-priority challenges and unlock major opportunities. Since its founding in 1963, the firm has helped shape modern strategy consulting and continues to support organizations through large-scale transformation, growth, competitive advantage, and measurable commercial impact.

BCG combines digital and human strengths through globally distributed teams with deep functional and industry knowledge. Its work spans management consulting, technology and design, corporate and digital ventures, and purpose-driven strategy, delivered through a collaborative model across the client organization.

Role overview

BCG is seeking a proactive Executive Assistant to support one or more Managing Director & Partner(s) and/or Partner(s). The role carries full ownership of demanding schedules and requires representing the firm professionally with both internal and external stakeholders.

You will be part of a collaborative operations environment in the home office, working closely with a team-oriented group that supports office life and helps across functions as needed.

Key responsibilities

• Manage complex Outlook calendars, spot clashes in advance, and coordinate end-to-end travel arrangements such as flights, hotels, and cars.
• Use scheduling and productivity tools like ShareCal and Loop to make calendar coordination more efficient.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, external assistants, and BCG support teams to keep information and schedules moving smoothly.
• Organize client and internal meetings and events, including logistics, equipment, conference calls, bridges, and room bookings.
• Prepare agendas and supporting materials when needed, attend meetings, record minutes, and track follow-up actions.
• Support PA events by sending invitations, managing responses, arranging catering and venues, and providing on-site support.
• Maintain online PA systems, manage client contacts in CRM tools, and keep electronic filing systems organized.
• Prepare weekly timesheets and expense reports.
• Provide vacation coverage for other Executive Assistants when required.
• Handle all information with the highest level of confidentiality.
• Embrace AI-enabled tools and actively look for ways to improve productivity and administrative efficiency through new technology.

Requirements

• 4-5 years of experience in a fast-moving environment supporting senior executives is strongly preferred.
• Excellent service mindset, with maturity, flexibility, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
• High initiative, self-motivation, and sound judgment when making decisions.
• Very strong organizational ability, attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Confidence in handling multiple priorities, adjusting quickly, and preparing backup plans where needed.
• Ability to follow tasks through to completion and double-check schedules, travel, and meeting materials carefully.
• Willingness to work overtime on assignments when necessary.
• Knowledge of the Middle East and familiarity with local practices.
• Strong computer skills in Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Team-oriented, flexible, and able to work well in a challenging, fast-paced setting.
• Respect for confidential information at all times.

Additional information

This position is a maternity cover assignment for 12 months.

Equal opportunity statement

BCG is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law. The company also participates as an E-Verify employer.