Executive Assistant - Munich

The principal responsibility of this position is to provide high-level administrative support to MDs and members of the Buyout Team based in Munich, working closely with external CEOs and Portfolio Companies on a daily basis. The role requires a strong sense of ownership and independence in managing day-to-day operations, with a proactive approach to prioritisation and problem-solving.

The individual will act as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders, both internally and externally, and will represent Carlyle with confidence and professionalism in all interactions.* Own and strategically manage complex MD calendars, anticipating conflicts and aligning schedules to business priorities. * Proactively manage shifting priorities, ensuring alignment with evolving business needs. * Operate with a high degree of autonomy, using initiative and judgment to drive priorities forward. * Lead coordination of high-volume, business-critical meetings across time zones. * Own end-to-end executive travel, proactively mitigating risks and disruptions. * Oversee expenses and travel tracking, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness. * Drive high standards and continuous improvement across administrative processes. * Use Microsoft Office and related tools to manage priorities and deliver high-quality outputs * Represent Carlyle with confidence and professionalism in all communications. * Act as a trusted partner and key interface for senior stakeholders, CEOs, and portfolio companies. * Build strong relationships across international teams with credibility and sound judgment. * Oversee documentation workflows, including approvals and signatures across jurisdictions. * Take full ownership of day-to-day operations, managing priorities independently. * Partner with MDs to anticipate needs and align support to business priorities. * Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements. * Act as a central point of contact for the Munich office, ensuring a well-run environment. * Handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. * Other reasonably related duties as assigned.Professional Experience * Minimum of 5 years previous experience in a similar role providing dedicated Executive Assistant

support to senior executives.

Competencies & Attributes * Fluent in German and English, confident with senior stakeholders. * Strong organisational skills; able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. * Proactive and autonomous in anticipating and resolving issues (e.g. travel, scheduling). * Flexible and autonomous in judgment when handling changing priorities. * Proven ability to improve administrative systems and processes. * Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). * High attention to detail and accuracy. * Able to work independently with ownership, and effectively within a team. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Resourceful and solution-oriented. * Collaborative and professional approach to teamwork * The candidate must be approachable, with a "can do" attitude, and willingness to perform the job. * University degree preferred, but not essential if relevant experienced can be demonstrated. ​ ​ ​ Who We Are When people, ideas, and capital come together, opportunity expands across private markets. At Carlyle, this belief has shaped how we invest for decades, fueling growth for companies and delivering performance for investors.   Visit our website to learn more about our firm and the ways our platform is shaping private markets.