Change people’s lives and love what you do! Cochlear develops world-leading medical devices that help people hear and be heard. As a top 100 medical device company and market-leader in implantable hearing devices, more people choose a Cochlear-branded cochlear or acoustic implant system than any other. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives.
We are looking for a highly organised, proactive and commercially minded Executive Assistant & Executive Operations Coordinator to support our President EMEA and selected members of the EMEA Leadership Team.
This is a broad and visible role, combining senior executive support with operational coordination and project delivery across EMEA. It would suit someone who enjoys working close to senior leaders, managing priorities with discretion, and helping drive effective execution across a complex international region.
About the role
Provide high-quality support to the President EMEA and selected Vice Presidents, including complex diary management, travel coordination, expenses, communications and meeting logistics.
Coordinate EMEA Leadership Team meetings, Town Halls, workshops and regional business reviews, including agendas, materials and follow-up actions.
Support commercial operations by tracking initiatives, consolidating inputs, preparing presentations and helping monitor key priorities across sales, marketing, customer service and operations.
Act as a trusted liaison across internal teams, external stakeholders and global partners, ensuring smooth communication and timely delivery.
Support special projects and continuous improvement initiatives, using sound judgement and discretion when handling sensitive information.
What you will bring
Proven experience supporting senior executives in a multinational or matrixed environment.
Strong project coordination experience, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders across geographies.
Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills.
Strong business acumen and an interest in commercial operations and strategic execution.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills and experience with business systems such as Salesforce or similar platforms.
High attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and the discretion required to work with confidential information.
Fluency in English.
Nice to have
Experience in medical devices, healthcare, life sciences or another regulated environment.
Exposure to strategic planning, reporting, financial tracking or data analysis.
Experience working across EMEA markets and cultures.
Additional European language skills, particularly German.
Why join Cochlear?
This is an opportunity to play an important role in a purpose-driven organisation, partnering closely with senior leaders and contributing to initiatives that support our EMEA business. You will join a collaborative, inclusive environment where your organisation, judgement and ability to connect people and priorities will make a meaningful impact.
Why choose us?
For 40 years, Cochlear has been creating reliable products that continue to keep people connected to the world and to each other. We help people of all ages to hear in more than 180 countries around the world. Our technology connects people to life's possibilities and to the people who matter most. We have over 4000 employees globally dedicated to improving people's lives. To date, we have Invested over $2billion AUD in research and development.
Cochlear Offers You:
Competitive salary
25 days holidays (plus UK Bank Holidays)
company pension
flexible working patterns and the possibility to work remotely up to 40% per week
yearly salary review
Pension scheme
Group Life Insurance
Group Income Protection
Employee Referral Bonus
Service Anniversary Reward
Cycle to work scheme
Vitality health care
Medicash cashplan
free use of gym on business park and paid exercise classes available
This is your chance to be part of a premier organization with a great culture, working in a dynamic, growing and rapidly evolving environment to deliver outstanding results that benefit our customers every day. If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the APPLY button below!
Equal opportunities
Cochlear is committed to providing equal opportunities to avoid unlawful discrimination on the grounds of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, religion/belief or age.
In line with our corporate ethics and statutory obligations we strive to ensure that the work environment is free of harassment and bullying and that everyone is treated with dignity and respect - this is an important aspect of ensuring equal opportunities in employment.
