Executive Assistant to Head of Marketing

Company Description

About Syngenta

Syngenta is a global leader in agricultural innovation with a presence in more than 90 countries. Syngenta is focused on developing technologies and farming practices that empower farmers, so they can make the transformation required to feed the world’s population while preserving our planet. Its bold scientific discoveries deliver better benefits for farmers and society on a bigger scale than ever before. Guided by its Sustainability Priorities, Syngenta is developing new technologies and solutions that support farmers to grow healthier plants in healthier soil with a higher yield. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland; Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. Read our stories and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram & X.

Job Description

At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers’ success. To support this mission, Syngenta’s Marketing team is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Marketing Head LATAM & Sur in Vicente Lopez, Buenos Aires, Argentina. This role will provide executive support to the Marketing Head LATAM & Sur, managing a dynamic agenda, coordinating key interactions, and ensuring priorities, meetings and follow-up actions are handled with accuracy and sound judgment. In addition, the role will provide high-level support to the Marketing team, bringing a consultative, creative and engaging perspective to team communications, meetings and workshops.

Accountabilities

• Provide high-level executive support to the Marketing Head LATAM & Sur, managing a dynamic agenda and making informed decisions to optimize time and priorities.
• Coordinate meetings, business trips and key activities, anticipating requirements and ensuring smooth execution across internal and external stakeholders.
• Serve as a trusted point of contact between the Marketing Head, the Marketing team and other business areas, facilitating timely and effective communication.
• Develop and coordinate presentations, meeting materials and action follow-ups, transforming inputs from different teams into clear and well-structured content.
• Contribute to Marketing meetings, workshops and team communications by bringing a consultative, creative and engaging perspective that encourages collaboration and participation.

Qualifications

Required

• University degree or advanced studies in Business Administration, Communications, Institutional Relations or related fields.
• At least 5 years of experience providing executive assistance to senior leaders, preferably within a multinational or complex corporate environment.
• Advanced English, with the ability to communicate confidently with local, regional and global stakeholders.
• Proven experience managing complex agendas, travel arrangements and multiple competing priorities, including organizing workshops, team events and meetings.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and PowerPoint, and confidence in adopting new digital tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a high level of autonomy, judgment, adaptability, confidentiality and attention to detail.

Desired

• Experience using AI tools to improve productivity, organize information or support the preparation of presentations and meeting materials, while applying sound judgment when handling confidential information.

Additional Information

What We Offer

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.

Important

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Beyond just believing in the power of diversity, Syngenta Group promotes an inclusive culture that includes differences in all its forms. We believe that the feeling of belonging allows people to become their best version, building an increasingly welcoming and productive environment.

All qualified candidates will be considered for our positions, without distinction of race, gender, age, nationality or disability

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