Senior Executive Assistant to Director General

International Skating Union (ISU); Lausanne; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

International Skating Union (ISU) in Lausanne is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Director General. You will provide high-level administrative and coordination support across time zones in a fast-paced, international sports environment.

You will anticipate needs, manage calendars, prepare materials, and liaise with member federations, councils, athletes, partners, and staff. The role requires utmost discretion and professionalism, with strong governance and communications skills.

Qualifications

• Significant experience supporting senior executives or directors.
• Proactive, resourceful, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal English communications, with diplomacy and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Director General, including calendar management and travel coordination.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare minutes, agendas, and follow-up actions; maintain action trackers.
• Draft and edit correspondence, presentations, and briefing materials for the Director General.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring professionalism and confidentiality.

Skills

Organisational skills

Prioritisation

Stakeholder management

English communication

Discretion

MS Office & digital tools

Education

Swiss Federal VET Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Digital collaboration tools

Job description

International Skating Union (ISU) in Lausanne is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Director General. You will provide high-level administrative and coordination support across time zones in a fast-paced, international sports environment.

You will anticipate needs, manage calendars, prepare materials, and liaise with member federations, councils, athletes, partners, and staff. The role requires utmost discretion and professionalism, with strong governance and communications skills.