Are you ready to operate at the highest level within a leading international spa and wellness group—right from the Netherlands? As Next-Level Assistant Executive Board, you will provide high-level executive support to the Board of Directors, playing a pivotal role in both strategic and operational processes. You will act as the right hand to the CEO and Director of Operations, contributing directly to the organization’s ambitious international growth objectives.
Do you meet this profile, and are you ready for a top-tier boardroom position?
📩 Apply before Monday, March 24, 2025, by submitting your CV and a compelling motivation letter to maartje.smeenk@smeenks.com.
We look forward to meeting you.
SMEENK’S Top Personal Assistants
Assisting Excellent Leadership. Through Attention, Focus, and Quality.
Maartje C. Smeenk
Executive Search | Personal Assistants & Chiefs of Staff to CEOs, Presidents, Business Leaders, and Chairmen of Executive Boards.
CAREER OPPORTUNITY: NEXT-LEVEL ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE BOARD | INTERNATIONAL SPA & WELLNESS GROUP, GELDERLAND, THE NETHERLANDS (40 hrs/wk)
Career Opportunity in Brief
As Next-Level Assistant Executive Board, you will provide world-class executive support and assistance to the Board of Directors of one of the largest international spa and wellness groups based in the Netherlands. This key position at the international headquarters in Gelderland demands the highest level of professionalism, discretion, reliability, and organizational insight. You will report functionally to the CEO and operationally to the Director of Operations.
Culture
The core values shaping all activities are Luxury, Relaxation, and Hospitality. The organization operates with a strong commitment to excellence, clear communication, and transparency, underpinned by a pragmatic approach. The internal culture can best be described as entrepreneurial, strategic, and hands-on.
Offer
This high-impact board-level role offers a unique opportunity to contribute directly to the future of luxury spa and wellness resorts. You will receive a competitive compensation package, including a pension plan, travel expense reimbursement, 25 vacation days (full-time), exclusive employee benefits on wellness, travel, shopping, and dining, and a dynamic work environment where no two days are the same.
Role
As to this role’s main responsibilities, you can expect:
- Act as a strategic business partner to the Executive Board;
- Manage complex email, calendar, and time management;
- Screen, filter, and prioritize incoming information and calls;
- Solve most inquiries independently, escalating only the most complex issues;
- Optimize processes and ensure smooth daily operations;
- Plan and organize high-level meetings and appointments, including follow-ups;
- Take minutes, track action points and decisions, ensuring execution and follow-through;
- Identify efficiency and process improvement opportunities;
- Prepare high-quality presentations, emails, and documents;
- Implement office and workflow improvements;
- Provide comprehensive project support to the Executive Board.
Ideal Candidate
You effortlessly navigate a demanding, high-paced boardroom environment. As a high-caliber professional with an international mindset, you have exceptional executive support expertise, a strong ethical compass, and excel in stakeholder management at the highest level. You take ownership, think analytically, act decisively, and maintain control and structure—even under pressure.
You work autonomously with minimal direction, demonstrating sharp attention to detail, corporate dynamics, and confidential matters. You are forward-thinking, business-savvy, and deeply passionate about luxury spa and wellness.
The ideal candidate meets the following criteria and possesses the corresponding competencies:
Criteria
- Proven affinity with the international spa and wellness industry;
- Preferably VWO, followed by a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Executive Support, Hotel Management, or Business Administration;
- Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in a professional, high-level environment;
- Fluent in Dutch and English (written and spoken); German is a plus;
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and digital tools;
- Passionate about executive support and assistance at boardroom level;
- Full-time availability (40 hours per week).
Competencies
Application Information
Are you ready to take on this pivotal board-level role in the strategic expansion of this leading international spa & wellness group? Are you entrepreneurial, strategic, and results-driven?
Then send your CV, motivation letter, and salary expectations before Monday, March 24, 2025, at 12:00 PM to maartje.smeenk@smeenks.com.
We look forward to meeting you.
Exclusivity
This exclusive search is conducted by SMEENK’S Top Personal Assistants, the specialist in executive search for Next-Level Personal Assistants and Chiefs of Staff at boardroom level.
Application Process
- Application deadline: Monday, March 24, 2025, at 12:00 PM;
- First-round interviews at SMEENK’S Top Personal Assistants (Gelderland/online): Week of March 24, 2025;
- Interviews with Wellness HQ (Gelderland): Week of March 27, 2025;
- Preferred start date: As soon as possible, ideally May 1, 2025;
- Employment type: Permanent (40 hours per week).
About SMEENK’S Top Personal Assistants, Your Trusted Executive Search Partner
SMEENK’S Top Personal Assistants is the Netherlands’ specialist in executive search for Next-Level Personal Assistants, and Chiefs of Staff at boardroom level. With attention and focus, we search for the right Next-Level Top Personal Assistants and Chiefs of Staff for CEOs, Presidents, Business Leaders, and Chairmen of Executive Boards, so they can fully focus on their expertise and achieving sustainable results. Exceptionally agile and with the right impact.
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SMEENK’S Top Personal Assistants
Assisting Excellent Leadership. Through Attention, Focus, and Quality.
Maartje C. Smeenk
Executive Search | Personal Assistants & Chiefs of Staff to CEOs, Presidents, Business Leaders, and Chairmen of Executive Boards.
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