Strategy and Project Associate

Position Summary:

We are seeking a curious, motivated, and hands-on professional to support the CEO and the Americas Leadership Team in driving key strategic initiatives and operational excellence. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain deep insights into executive decision-making, cross-functional leadership, and strategic project management.

As Project Associate, you will work on a variety of high-visibility projects, assist in strategic analyses, and help coordinate critical activities across business units. The role is ideal for a young, ambitious individual eager to grow within a dynamic, international environment.

This position follows a hybrid work model based in Wakefield, MA.

Responsibilities:

- Project Support & Coordination

Assist in planning, tracking, and managing key strategic projects for the CEO and Leadership Team

Coordinate between business units, subject matter experts, and project stakeholders

Prepare analyses, reports, and presentations to support executive decision-making

Follow up on project milestones, timelines, and deliverables to ensure progress and transparency

- Executive Assistance & Leadership Team Support

Support the CEO and divisional leadership in daily operational activities

Organize and facilitate leadership meetings, workshops, and events

Prepare meeting materials, executive summaries, and action item trackers

Handle ad-hoc research and prepare briefing materials on strategic topics

- Cross-Functional Collaboration & Visibility

Act as a liaison between leadership, regional teams, and corporate functions

Promote collaboration and ensure seamless information flow across the organization

Engage in strategic initiatives such as ESG programs, innovation projects, or digitalization efforts

Education and Experience:

Recent graduate or 2-5 years of experience in Business Administration, Engineering, Management, or a related field

Strong interest in corporate strategy, project management, and leadership

Fluent in English

Willingness to travel occasionally within the Americas region

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong operational and detail-oriented skills.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively

Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills

High degree of initiative, curiosity, and hands-on mentality

Strong organizational and communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office (especially PowerPoint & Excel)

Fundamental competencies form the foundation for individual and organizational success in TUV SUD and apply to all employees and showcase behaviors aligned to TUV SUD values and culture cornerstones:

Communication

Collaboration

Customer Orientation

Self-Management

Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran

TUV SUD America, Inc. is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, marital status, genetics, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status and those laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

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