Business Support Specialist

Are you at the beginning of your career and motivated by learning new things and developing in a professional environment? We are looking for a structured and curious person who wants to build experience in project administration, coordination and communication.

At Mercuri Urval (MU), a leading international company in Executive Search and Leadership Advisory, you will have the opportunity to become part of our office in Brussels (office location will be Zaventem as from December 1st). We work with market-leading clients and important assignments where quality in every detail is crucial. You will be part of a team where you receive a thorough introduction and continuous support, and where you gradually take on more responsibility as you develop. The role suits you who are newly graduated or have up to a couple of years of experience and want a varied day-to-day work with good development opportunities.

About the role

As a Business Support Specialist at MU, you have a central and business-critical role in the daily operations. Your work directly contributes to structure, quality and an efficient implementation of our client assignments. You will be part of a support team that collaborates closely across country and office borders. We value quality, knowledge sharing, clear communication and a non-prestigious way of working together, and you will have broad contact surfaces both locally and internationally.

Examples of tasks

• Assist with ongoing administrative work, project follow-up and coordination with support from colleagues
• Assist with administrative tasks related to contracts, invoicing and internal support
• Help with coordination and publishing of job advertisements in digital channels
• Support with proofreading, simple translation
• Opportunity to develop in the role and gradually take on more responsibility over time

To succeed in the role, you are highly structured, quality-conscious and confident in a professional context. You have the ability to maintain focus even at a high pace with several parallel tasks.

You are a person who

• has some experience in administrative, coordinating or supporting tasks, for example from a role as administrator, coordinator, assistant or similar.
• enjoys creating structure, keeping track of details and making everyday life run smoothly for others.
• has an interest in administration, processes, systems and preferably also in how ways of working can be improved and made more efficient.
• feels comfortable with Microsoft Office and other digital tools, and is curious about how AI can be used as support in daily work.
• is comfortable engaging with individuals in senior-level positions, including C-suite executives and Board members.
• communicates clearly and professionally in Dutch, French and English, both orally and in writing.
• is service-oriented, meticulous and solution-driven, with a way of working that builds trust.
• has a proactive approach, thinks out-of-the-box and can set priorities independently.
• thrives when taking responsibility for tasks, working in a structured way and delivering with quality.
• wants to continue developing in a role where you can learn a lot, grow over time and contribute to a professional environment with high ambitions.

Our offer

• Employment in a global and engaging environment that promotes collaborative teamwork, human values, and where working and interacting with people is enjoyable.
• The opportunity to work with a flat, foundation-owned company that is a leader in the field of science-based human resources management and leadership advisory, both nationally and internationally.
• A cross-border team of Business Specialist colleagues who prioritise collective success over hierarchical structures.
• A small local team of ~15 kind and dynamic consultants, and many more colleagues across the globe.
• A permanent full-time contract with a salary package and extra benefits that aligns with your experience and market standards.

If you can see yourself in the role as a Business Support Specialist at MU, we look forward to receiving your application and CV. If you have questions about the position, you are warmly welcome to contact +32 (0)2 715 09 99.

About MU:

MU is a leading global company in Executive Search and Leadership Advisory. For almost 60 years we have been dedicated to helping organisations exceed their goals and drive sustainable growth. MU specialises in identifying, evaluating and recruiting top talent for senior positions. At the same time, MU offers tailored leadership advisory services for each client’s unique context and needs.

The company was founded and has its head office in Stockholm, Sweden, but operates in over 60 countries. Thanks to our global network, we combine local