Administrative Assistant - France
Deutsche Bank · Paris, Île-de-France, France
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- On site
- Full-time
- €45,000 / year
- Paris, Île-de-France, France
Job highlights
- Support senior bankers in Paris investment banking.
- Manage calendars, meetings, and travel arrangements.
- Handle administrative tasks and client interactions.
- Requires strong English and discretion.
- Competitive benefits and inclusive culture.
About the role
Administrative Assistant - France Investment Banking
For over 150 years, Deutsche Bank has been dedicated to being the Global Hausbank for its clients, driven by its people across approximately 60 countries and more than 150 nationalities. Their deep understanding, insights, expertise, and passion help clients navigate an increasingly complex world through our Corporate Bank, Private Bank, Investment Bank, and Asset Management divisions.
If you are motivated to take initiative, collaborate with colleagues globally, and want to be part of a community for professional and personal growth, join our team. Together, we can make a significant impact for our clients, securing their lasting success and financial security.
About the Role
Join Deutsche Bank Investment Banking Coverage’s team in Paris. Our Corporate Finance business is a market leader in Investment Banking and Capital Markets, consistently recognized for activities in Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) and capital raising. We offer a full spectrum of investment banking services, including public and private equity and debt financing, M&A advisory, and private investment services for corporate and institutional clients.
Within our team, your mission will be to support several team members, primarily senior bankers, in optimizing their activity and time management. Each assistant is assigned to specific bankers but must also be capable of functioning as part of a pool, supporting other bankers during peak periods or in cases of absence.
Responsibilities
- Manage multiple calendars, plan, and organize client meetings.
- Organize travel arrangements, including transportation, hotels, and taxis.
- Book meeting rooms, and welcome clients and visitors from other Deutsche Bank entities.
- Assist with the onboarding of new joiners, including requesting badges and IT system access.
- Process and submit senior bankers' expense reports, handle invoices, and order supplies.
- Log client call reports.
- Perform standard administrative tasks and provide ad-hoc support to other team assistants based on workload.
Skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks and requests simultaneously.
- Very good spoken and written English proficiency for frequent interactions.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- High level of discretion due to the confidential nature of information handled.
- Rigorous, reliable, and responsive work ethic.
- Proficiency in office tools such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Experience with SAP (Concur, Ariba) is a plus.
- Previous experience in a similar position within an investment bank is highly desired.
Well-being & Benefits
Deutsche Bank is committed to supporting the well-being of its employees through various initiatives:
- Emotional and Mental Balance: Support for life crises, maintaining stability during illness, and promoting good mental health through counseling and open discussions.
- Physical Thriving: Assistance in managing physical health with preventive measures and a supportive workplace, including good health insurance.
- Social Connection: Fostering collaboration, inclusion, and a sense of connection through benefits like paid/unpaid leave (paternity, time-saving account) and flexible working hours.
- Financial Security: Support for personal financial goals with pension contribution plans, childcare assistance, and reimbursement for transport costs.
We cultivate a culture where employees are empowered to excel daily, embracing responsibility, commercial thinking, initiative, and collaboration. We celebrate successes together and are proud to be Deutsche Bank Group.
We welcome applications from all individuals and promote a positive, fair, and inclusive work environment.
Key skills/competency
- Administrative Assistant
- Investment Banking
- Client Meetings
- Travel Arrangements
- Expense Reports
- Office Tools
- SAP
- Discretion
- Communication
- English Proficiency
Skills & topics
- Administrative Assistant
- Investment Banking
- Executive Assistant
- Paris
- Support
- Finance
- Banking
- Client Relations
- Office Management
- Secretarial
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight administrative support experience in investment banking and proficiency in MS Office and SAP.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Emphasize your discretion, reliability, and ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure for the Administrative Assistant role.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience managing complex schedules and handling confidential information.
- Showcase your communication skills: Demonstrate fluency in English and your ability to interact professionally with senior bankers and clients.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary responsibility of an Administrative Assistant at Deutsche Bank's Paris office?
- The primary responsibility of an Administrative Assistant at Deutsche Bank's Paris office is to provide comprehensive support to senior bankers in the Investment Banking Coverage team, focusing on optimizing their time and managing their activities. This includes managing calendars, organizing meetings and travel, and handling various administrative tasks.
- What level of English proficiency is required for the Administrative Assistant position at Deutsche Bank in France?
- A very good level of spoken and written English is required for the Administrative Assistant position at Deutsche Bank in France, due to frequent interactions in English via face-to-face communication, phone, and email.
- Is experience in investment banking necessary to be considered for the Administrative Assistant role?
- While not strictly mandatory, experience in a similar position within an investment bank is highly desired for the Administrative Assistant role at Deutsche Bank. It demonstrates a strong understanding of the environment and a faster ramp-up time.
- What are the key soft skills needed for the Administrative Assistant role at Deutsche Bank?
- Key soft skills for the Administrative Assistant role include the ability to work under pressure, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, maintain a high level of discretion due to confidential information, and possess strong organizational, reliability, and responsiveness attributes.
- What kind of benefits does Deutsche Bank offer to its employees in France?
- Deutsche Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package in France, focusing on emotional, mental, physical, social, and financial well-being. This includes support for mental health, health insurance, various leave options, flexible working models, pension contributions, and transport cost reimbursement.
- Will I be working solely with one banker or as part of a team as an Administrative Assistant?
- As an Administrative Assistant, you will be assigned to specific bankers but will also function as part of a pool. This means you'll support other bankers during peak periods or when colleagues are on holiday or absent.