Executive Assistant to Chief Executive

Join to apply for the Executive Assistant to Chief Executive role at The Premier League Join to apply for the Executive Assistant to Chief Executive role at The Premier League Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This is a key role in the Executive Office, reporting to the Senior Executive Planning Manager and working closely with the Chief Executive on a daily basis. The role also works closely with the Director of Executive Planning, Executive Assistant to the Chair and Board and also the Executive Office Administrator. The Executive Office oversees all elements of the Premier League’s operations and core areas include: strategic planning; Shareholder and Board reporting; regulatory, legal and political matters; and the sale of UK and international broadcasting rights. The role will suit someone who thrives working in an exacting and variable environment, with first class organisation and communication skills, an enthusiasm to deliver, and high levels of accuracy in their work. They will need an ability to multi-task, establish excellent internal and external working relationships and have a collaborative can-do attitude. This role will be full-time office-based, in Paddington W2. The role The Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive duties will include, but are not limited to: Manage complex and changeable diaries Act as a ‘gatekeeper’ and initial point of contact for internal and external enquiries to the Chief Executive and Executive Office Work with the Director of Executive Planning and Senior Executive Planning Manager to ensure relevant, advance meeting papers and/or briefing documents are prepared, collated and delivered correctly and on time Monitor the Chief Executive’s correspondence, both inbox management and written, and actioning as required Arrange national and international travel logistics (including visas) and producing itineraries, as required Maintain efficient electronic and paper filing, archive systems and contact databases for the Chief Executive and Executive Office Process expenses and invoices Organise internal and external meetings, collating agendas, supporting papers and minutes Work collaboratively with the Premier League Executive Assistant team. Assist the Director of Executive Planning and Senior Executive Planning Manager with the preparation of high-quality reports, presentations and other documentation, following the corporate brand guidelines; including a combination of written, presentation and proofreading skills Requirements for the role Significant experience in an Executive Assistant role, ideally at C-Suite/Board Level and dealing with very senior, busy personnel in high profile organisations First class Microsoft Office skills (especially in Teams, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint) Exceptional organisational ability, knowing how to forward plan, prioritise effectively and handle competing demands and last-minute changes in occasionally highly-pressured conditions Excellent attention to detail and deadlines, taking pride in the quality of work produced A proven ability to handle confidential information and exercise discretion A hardworking, self-motivated and proactive attitude, with a flexible and collaborative working approach An ability to grasp requirements quickly and accurately Strong interpersonal and literacy skills with the ability to interact well with people at all levels A willingness to provide support across the Executive Office, as and when required A resilient and calm manner Our commitment to safeguarding includes implementing robust safer recruitment procedures to assess the suitability of individuals applying for roles that involve work with children and adults who are or may be at risk of harm. For further information, please see our Safeguarding Policy and Safer Recruitment Guidance. To apply please visit our careers page and apply with your CV and a cover letter. The closing date for applications is Monday 16 June 2025. We will remove barriers that prospective candidates might face at any stage of our recruitment process. If you have a disability and would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact recruitment@premierleague.com Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Management and General Business Industries Spectator Sports, Technology, Information and Media, and Sports Teams and Clubs Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Premier League by 2x Get notified about new Executive Assistant jobs in London Area, United Kingdom . 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