French speaking Senior Personal Assistant in South of France

Language Matters Recruitment Consultants Ltd

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and highly professional Personal Assistant to support a senior executive within a leading international organisation based in Marseille. Working alongside 2 other PAs, the successful candidate will provide dedicated support to a member of the executive leadership team while also offering occasional assistance to another senior executive. This is a fast-paced, high-exposure role requiring exceptional organisational skills, sound judgement and the ability to respond quickly to changing priorities.

The ideal candidate will be discreet, adaptable and highly service-oriented, with the confidence to operate at senior level while maintaining a calm and measured approach. You will be comfortable managing complex schedules, coordinating frequent international travel and visas, handling last-minute changes, and ensuring the seamless execution of day-to-day operations. The culture is professional, demanding and collaborative. 

Responsibilities

  • Complex and constantly evolving diary management
  • Coordination of extensive international travel arrangements and visa applications
  • Organisation of meetings and executive commitments
  • Managing last-minute changes and shifting priorities
  • Acting as a trusted point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
  • Providing proactive support to ensure the smooth running of the executive office
  • Collaborating closely with the wider Executive Assistant team

Profile

  • Minimum 10 years' experience in a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant role supporting senior executives
  • Previous experience within a corporate, international or fast-paced environment
  • Fluent French and English, both written and spoken
  • Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
  • Highly responsive, adaptable and solutions-oriented
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to anticipate needs
  • Calm, composed and professional under pressure
  • Discreet, trustworthy and emotionally intelligent
  • Collaborative, approachable and flexible in working style
  • Able to communicate with diplomacy and professionalism at all levels
  • Strong written communication skills, including drafting notes and executive documents

Additional Information

  • Based in Marseille
  • Full-time office-based role (Monday to Friday)
  • No remote working
  • Typical working hours are approximately 8:45am-6:30pm, with flexibility required depending on business needs
  • Competitive salary package: €45,000-€65,000 depending on experience + bonus and excellent benefits package 

This opportunity would suit a polished and experienced Executive Assistant seeking a long-term role within a prestigious international organisation where professionalism, discretion and excellence are highly valued.

To apply, please send your CV in English and in Word format to Marie-Anne. 
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