Executive Assistant @MR PORTER in London

MR PORTER is the men’s luxury style destination, offering customers a curated assortment of fashion, fine watches, grooming and lifestyle products from the world’s most coveted designers. It delivers exceptional quality with private label, Mr P., and market-leading exclusive capsule collaborations with brand partners. MR PORTER creates unique experiences for its EIPs (Extremely Important People), with first access to products, a dedicated personal shopper and invitation-only benefits.

In this role, you will serve as the primary point of contact and an essential gatekeeper for all matters relating to the CEO and as the cultural heartbeat of the MR PORTER team, whilst also providing ad hoc support to the Leadership Team. The ideal candidate is a master of logistics, an exceptional communicator, and a discrete professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Some of the essentials for you to know are:

• Location: Our Westfield office in London

Besides a competitive salary, we can offer you:

• A pension that both you and the company contribute to
• A portal with an array of discounts on things like theme park and cinema tickets
• Our famous staff discount along with exclusive staff sales
• Private healthcare for you and your family
• Flexible working
• A chance to be part of a fun and caring team that support each other

Here is a breakdown of what you’ll be doing:

• Calendar & Schedule Management: Manage an extremely active calendar of appointments. Ensure the CEO’s schedule is optimized, balanced, and aligned with company priorities.
• Meeting Preparation: Ensure the CEO is fully prepared for all meetings by gathering agendas, briefing notes, and background research in advance. Attend key meetings to take minutes and track action items.
• Travel & Logistics: Coordinate complex, detailed domestic and international travel itineraries for the CEO, including flights, accommodations, visas, expenses and ground transportation.
• Confidentiality & Discretion: Handle sensitive corporate, financial, and personal information with the highest level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Event Planning: Conceive, plan, and execute high-impact internal events with the HR team, including town halls, holiday parties, team-building activities and local community activities.
• Office Management: Ensure IT and Executive IT support on hand to assist the CEO. Greet guests and take care of their needs whilst in the MR PORTER office.
• Leadership Team Liaison: Act as the operational glue for the Leadership Team. Co-ordinate leadership team meetings, align agendas and ensure seamless communication across departments.

The Type of Person We Are Looking For:

• Industry Experience: Proven administrative background in the fashion or retail sector, with experience supporting Executive Director level or above.
• Discretion & Integrity: A highly professional manner with a deep appreciation for handling sensitive corporate and personal information.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written English communication skills, paired with confidence and diplomacy when dealing with stakeholders.
• Technical & Numerical Aptitude: Advanced Google Suite proficiency combined with excellent numeracy and an eye for financial detail.
• Organization & Initiative: Highly organized and efficient, with a strong dose of common sense, proactive problem-solving, and attention to detail.
• Resilience & Attitude: A calm demeanor under pressure, a positive reaction to challenges, a great attitude, and a sense of humor.

LuxExperience is an equal opportunities employer, we encourage people with a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. We recognize and celebrate the benefits that diversity brings to our workplace, our business and our customers.