Executive Assistant to CEO of Outdoors

JD Sports Fashion; Bury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein etabliertes Unternehmen sucht einen engagierten persönlichen Assistenten, um den CEO von JD’s Outdoors Estate zu unterstützen. In dieser Rolle sind Sie für die Verwaltung des Terminkalenders, die Organisation von Reisen und allgemeine administrative Aufgaben verantwortlich. Dies ist eine hervorragende Gelegenheit für jemanden, der in einem dynamischen Umfeld arbeiten möchte und die Möglichkeit hat, sich beruflich weiterzuentwickeln. Das Unternehmen bietet attraktive Vorteile, einschließlich Mitarbeiterrabatte und Möglichkeiten zur persönlichen Entwicklung. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für Organisation und Kommunikation haben, könnte dies die perfekte Position für Sie sein.

Benefits

Mitarbeiterrabatte

Karriereentwicklungsmöglichkeiten

Qualifications

• Starke Kommunikationsfähigkeiten in Wort und Schrift sind erforderlich.
• Erfahrung in der Nutzung von Microsoft Office Suite ist notwendig.

Responsibilities

• Verwaltung des Terminkalenders des CEO von JD’s Outdoors Estate.
• Allgemeine administrative Aufgaben, einschließlich Typing und Ablage.
• Organisation von Reisen für den CEO.

Skills

Schriftliche und mündliche Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Microsoft Office Suite

Teamarbeit

Erfahrung in einer ähnlichen Rolle

Job description

JD Sports - Head Office, Warwick House, Bury, Bury, United Kingdom Req #1330

08 May 2025

Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors, and Gyms, with colleagues working in stores across various retail fascias in many markets worldwide.

JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996, has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019, and continues to expand both in the UK and internationally.

Our goal is to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To achieve this, we seek individuals who are committed to our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative, and customer-focused organization, providing operational excellence and exploring new growth areas as part of their daily objectives.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Diary management for the CEO of JD’s Outdoors Estate.
2. General administrative duties for the CEO, including typing, filing, etc.
3. Managing all UK and international travel arrangements as required.
4. Maintaining holiday requests and staff absences records.
5. Monitoring all cost centre charges, ensuring accuracy and correct allocation.
6. Booking meetings both internally and externally.
7. Organizing new employee stationary and equipment, such as laptops, phones, and PCs.
8. Ensuring staff expenses are recorded and submitted promptly.
9. Ordering and returning foreign currency for overseas travel.
10. Managing DHL orders and distribution to relevant teams.
11. Serving as the main contact for IT and maintenance queries.
12. Distributing invoices to the accounts department for proper allocation.
13. Handling email and phone queries from customers and suppliers.
14. Providing cover for other PAs when necessary.

Skills, Experience, and Knowledge Needed:

1. Strong written and oral communication skills.
2. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher.
3. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
4. Experience in a similar role is advantageous.
5. Experience working with Directors/Senior Management is beneficial but not essential.
6. Willingness to develop internal and external working relationships.

We value our colleagues' dedication and offer attractive benefits, including staff discounts on JD Group and other brands, as well as opportunities for personal development and career growth.

• JD Sports - Head Office, Warwick House, Bury, Bury, United Kingdom