For over 100 years, Danone has been supporting people worldwide with its 146 delicious brands. Located in over 120 countries with more than 89,000 employees across production sites, warehouses, headquarters, and R&D center, Danone continually develops iconic products. Certified as Bcorp and Happy Trainees, Danone strives to be a better company for the world, its consumers, and its employees. 

Position Overview 

The Executive Assistant M&A Apprenticeship (Alternance) is based at Danone's headquarters in Paris, located on Rue La Fayette (75009). The program is scheduled to begin in September 2026, with a duration ranging from 12 to 24 months. 

About the Role 

Do you have a passion for organizational tasks, coordination, and working closely with senior executives? Are you eager to develop your career in a dynamic, international setting at the core of strategic decision-making? Danone is seeking an Executive Assistant M&A Apprentice to join its Global Mergers & Acquisitions team at the Paris headquarters. 

Main Responsibilities 

• Support senior executives’ agendas and manage their meetings 

• Arrange travel plans and handle logistics 

• Prepare confidential documents and presentations 

• Coordinate projects, workshops, and follow-ups 

• Deliver high-level administrative support 

• Deal with sensitive information in a discreet manner 

THE BENEFITS OF THIS APPRENTICESHIP :

• Up to 2 days/week of remote work
• Your Navigo pass 100% refunded
• Your salary will depend on our apprentice salary grid, based on your age and level of education.

Candidate Profile 

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and eligible for an apprenticeship contract 

• Demonstrates strong organizational and communication abilities 

• Comfortable working with senior stakeholders 

• Fluent in both French and English 

• Proficient in Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams 

90% of our interns and apprentices believe that Danone provides a work environment conducive to professional development thanks to the responsibilities, autonomy, and training offered (source: Happy Trainees). 

JOINING DANONE MEANS... 

• Meet Danoners with unique personalities, diverse profiles, and varied career paths. 

• Grow in different environments: production sites, logistics bases, research and innovation centers, or company headquarters. 

• Build a tailored career path suited to your personality, skills, and desires. 

• Learn through enriching, responsible, and educational missions. 

Our Danoners speak out! Discover the testimony of six Danoners with very different jobs and career paths: never stop growing. 

You want to know more about the daily life of Danoners? Come grow with us and find all our news, tips, and information on our website careers.danone.com, our LinkedIn page, or our Instagram account @danonetalentfrance.