Executive Assistant To Managing Director

Sodexo Group 

Founded in 1966 by Pierre Belon in Marseilles, France, Sodexo is the worldwide leader in Quality-of-Life services. 

Over 40 years, we have developed unique expertise, backed by nearly 428,000 employees in 80 countries across the globe with consolidated revenue of 18 billion Euros. We are ranked the 18th largest employer worldwide. 

Our experiences with our over 75 million customers every day enable us to develop Quality of Life services that reinforce the well-being of individuals, improving their effectiveness and helping companies and organizations to improve performance. 

In combining the diverse talents of our teams, Sodexo is the only company to integrate a complete offer of innovative services, based on over 100 professions. We develop, manage, and deliver a unique array of On -site Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal and Home Services for all our clients to improve the Quality of Life. 

On-site Services  

Sodexos comprehensive, integrated solutions cover a wide range of services in a variety of working and living environment. We contribute to enhancing employees’ well-being, optimizing work processes, and ensuring the proper functioning and safety of sites for companies, hospitals, university campuses, cocreational facilities and large worksites. 

Sodexo On-site Services has a direct link to services in India back to 1966. With over 40,000 employees, Sodexo India is recognized as a strategic partner, by providing a range of Quality-of-Life Services for clients, their employees, and visitors in the corporate, education, healthcare, and remote sites segments. Delivering more than 40 different food and facilities management solutions across 1050+ sites and 800,000 consumers, Sodexo is a market leader in India in terms of revenue, consumers served, and employees retained.  

www.sodexo.com . Please refer to section on Onsite Services . There is no overlap with Benefits and Rewards or Personal / Home care services as those are separate entities. The role rests within Sodexo Onsite Services itself

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Position Details

• Job Title: EA to MD
• Location: Head Office, Nesco, Goregaon East
• Reporting To: MD

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and highly organized professional to serve as Executive Assistant cum PMO to the Managing Director of Sodexo India. This hybrid role combines high-level executive support with strategic project management responsibilities. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with exceptional communication skills, strong business acumen, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Executive Assistant Responsibilities:

• Manage and optimize the MD’s calendar, including scheduling meetings, travel, and appointments.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the MD and internal/external stakeholders.
• Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and reports for meetings and events.
• Coordinate logistics for leadership meetings, town halls, and external engagements.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Support the MD in day-to-day administrative tasks and strategic initiatives.

PMO Responsibilities:

• Drive and monitor strategic projects and initiatives led by the MD’s office.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and dashboards.
• Track progress, identify risks, and ensure timely delivery of key milestones.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration across business units and support functions.
• Prepare executive summaries and updates for leadership reviews.
• Support change management and transformation efforts across the organization.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required, MBA or equivalent preferred.
• 13–17 years of experience in executive support and/or project management roles.
• Prior experience supporting C-suite executives in a multinational or matrixed organization.
• Strong understanding of business operations, stakeholder management, and corporate governance.
• PMP or Prince2 certification is a plus.

Skills & Competencies:

• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• High proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and project management tools.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks with agility.
• Discreet, trustworthy, and emotionally intelligent.
• Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Why SODEXO:

• Healthy Work-Life Balance
• Leadership Development
• Global Career Opportunities
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Inclusive Culture
• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits