Management Assistant

• A completed education at mbo+/hbo level
• Experience in a supporting role within a project-based environment
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint
• You have a good command of the Dutch and English languages, both spoken and written
• You are a proactive, result-oriented, and independent professional who enjoys organizing, coordinating, and connecting.
• As a linchpin, you work effectively with various stakeholders, think in solutions, and take initiative with a no-nonsense mentality.

The energy transition requires smart, decisive professionals. Within TenneT Offshore, we work daily on the development of the future offshore electricity grid and the associated policy. We play a role in determining how the future energy infrastructure on the North Sea is developed. In doing so, we have a direct influence on the energy transition in the Netherlands. Together with your colleagues, you will work on organizing and structuring activities, so that the Netherlands can also rely on a reliable electricity grid tomorrow. Will you contribute to this as a Management Assistant?

As a Management Assistant, you will work on issues that are decisive for the future design of the offshore energy system, connecting offshore wind farms to the onshore grid, so that the Netherlands can continue to rely on reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy.

As a Management Assistant, you are responsible for optimally supporting and organizing the management and team activities of three managers and their teams within TenneT Offshore Netherlands, in the Portfolio Planning & Standards department: Asset Strategy & Standards, Business Development, and Portfolio Initiation & Planning.

• You manage complex calendars for MT members and prioritize appointments so that the management team can work effectively and purposefully.
• You coordinate with internal and external stakeholders regarding consultations and meetings, ensuring that decision-making is well-prepared and organized in a timely manner.
• You organize and facilitate consultations and events with our stakeholders, ensuring they run smoothly.
• You ensure careful reporting and follow-up on actions, so that agreements are adhered to and progress remains secured.
• You ensure careful file management by managing and maintaining accurate administration and documentation in accordance with organizational policy and procedures.
• You support administrative and project-based activities by managing processes, identifying opportunities for improvement, coordinating resources, and supporting teams within the department.
• You respond to questions by providing the correct information or referring requests to the appropriate stakeholders or departments, and you manage and optimize supporting systems and communication tools (such as SharePoint), so that information remains accessible and up to date.
• You act as the first point of contact for organizational matters, coordinate the onboarding of new colleagues, and organize your own work and priorities independently. In doing so, you work closely with the broader team of Management Assistants and provide support during absences.

You will be placed in the Offshore Business Development team, a team of 10 colleagues who actively collaborate, help each other, and share knowledge. There is plenty of room to exchange ideas, learn from one another, and come up with better solutions together. Everyone brings their own perspective, and it is precisely that diversity that makes the team stronger. Additionally, you will work closely with the other Management Assistants within TenneT Offshore Netherlands.

The teams you work for collaborate intensively with a wide network of stakeholders, including the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy (EZK), Rijkswaterstaat, and the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management; industry organizations such as NedZero and WindEurope and the North Sea Consultation (Noordzeeoverleg); NGOs such as Stichting De Noordzee, and international partnerships. Internally, we also work closely with various TenneT disciplines on technical, policy, financial, planning, and process levels. In this way, you become part of the development of the future offshore energy infrastructure of the Netherlands.

To truly make a difference in this role, you recognize yourself in the following competencies;

Planning & organizing - You structure, organize, and prioritize tasks and maintain an overview in a dynamic environment, so that agreements and deadlines are met in an effective manner.

Action-oriented - You identify work and take initiative before being asked, so that processes run efficiently and smoothly. You have a positive attitude and tackle new opportunities and challenges with the necessary urgency, much energy, and enthusiasm. You take action to solve problems when they arise.

Collaboration (Interpersonal sensitivity) - You are open to and feel comfortable interacting with diverse groups of people, so that collaboration remains effective and pleasant.

Adaptability - You are able to adapt your approach to changing circumstances. You learn to be flexible when completing assignments and accept instructions and feedback from others in an open and friendly manner.

Effective communication - You listen attentively to the insights, advice, and instructions of others and respond openly. You switch easily between different stakeholders and record information clearly, so that the right people are well-informed. You keep others informed.

Accuracy - You work carefully and discreetly and monitor the quality of documentation and reporting, so that information remains reliable and usable.

Delivering results - You support colleagues and management in a purposeful and solution-oriented manner, so that they can perform optimally. You work in a result-oriented way, show determination when faced with obstacles and setbacks, deliver high-quality results, and ensure that tasks are successfully completed and closed.

This role falls within the Business Services Supporter job profile, so that it is clear for both you and TenneT which responsibilities, expectations, and growth opportunities belong to this position.

TenneT offers you the chance to contribute to a sustainable energy future. Together with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders, you will work on innovative solutions that make the energy transition possible. With us, you will get the space to develop your talent and work in an environment where your growth is central.

We offer you:

• Permanent contract with a two-month probationary period. This position is based on 32 to 40 hours per week.
• Salary in scale 5 (€ 3,499 - € 5,627) per month full-time / 40 hours, with 8% holiday allowance and 6% end-of-year bonus according to TenneT CAO.
• Solid pension via ABP; TenneT pays 70% of your premium.
• 43 vacation days per year.

All mentioned employment conditions apply to full-time employment, unless stated otherwise.

We attach great value to a good work-life balance and your personal development. Therefore, we offer flexible solutions such as:

• Hybrid working when possible, including a travel, internet, and home office allowance. Your location is Arnhem Rijnpoort, with Monday and Thursday being the fixed office days.
• Support for your vitality, including a contribution towards a sports membership and health insurance.
• Development opportunities via the TenneT Academy, so that you can continue to expand your knowledge and skills.

You become part of a positive team where collaboration, knowledge sharing, synergy, and the active exchange of ideas are central.

We encourage initiative and give you the space to come up with new ideas. Together, we ensure that the Netherlands remains in motion and is ready for the energy of tomorrow.

A pre-employment screening is part of the process.