Executive Assistant to Chief Commercial Officer

Jaguar & Land Rove; Stratford-upon-Avon; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Chief Commercial Officer. This role involves diary management, communication with various stakeholders, and coordinating travel logistics. Candidates should possess strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities. The position offers competitive benefits including a performance-related bonus and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Discounted car purchase

52 week maternity leave

4 week paternity leave

Company performance-related bonus

Employee learning scheme

Comprehensive Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Ability to manage executive priorities effectively.
• Experience in diary and inbox management.
• Strong communication skills across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Director's diary and support inbox coordination.
• Coordinate travel logistics including documentation.
• Represent the company professionally in communications.

Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Organizational Skills

Project Execution

Job description

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REQ ID: 129583
JOB TITLE: Executive Assistant to Chief Commercial Officer
SALARY: Competitive
POSTING START DATE: 30/07/2025
POSTING END DATE: 08/08/2025
LOCATION: Gaydon

In this role, you're part of the driving force behind JLR’s success. Helping steer operational excellence across our corporate teams, from governance to talent – you’ll be at the epicentre of the business. Your contributions will transform our iconic brands and shape the future of modern luxury. Become part of a global business and create exceptional.

As the Executive Assistant to the Chief Commercial Officer, you will be in a pivotal role that underpins the seamless operation of the Commercial Function and wider business. Working closely with the Senior Transformation Manager, this position demands a high degree of adaptability, discretion, and accountability. You will serve as a trusted partner, ensuring efficiency, continuity, and proactive support across all facets of executive activity.

In addition, you will be responsible for managing the Director’s diary and supporting inbox coordination, with a focus on prioritising key business activities. This includes liaising across teams and stakeholders, overseeing diary invites, and partnering with the Business Manager to enhance the Director’s impact in a fast-paced environment.

WHAT TO EXPECT

In this role, no two tasks are the same. With lots of projects and relationships to build with people across the business and beyond, it’s a challenge that will help your career grow within an iconic organisation. Here’s what to expect:

• Overseeing diary and inbox management, prioritising key topics for the Executive Director
• Liaising with the Commercial Business Office, PAs, and Business Managers to enhance CCO impact and ensure structure across teams
• Coordinating travel logistics (business and personal), including documentation and out-of-hours support
• Owning daily file compilation, managing approvals, requests, and ad hoc tasks via shared online platforms
• Preparing and managing Director’s expenses, including first-line approvals
• Actioning and delegating tasks from Director’s inbox, escalating urgent matters
• Representing the company externally with professionalism across all communication channels

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Along with your ambition to achieve the exceptional, there are several skills that you’ll need to have to help you succeed here, including:

• Upholding the Creators Code to foster successful outcomes in all interactions
• Adapting swiftly to shifting priorities with an agile and flexible mindset
• Communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing, across all levels
• Contributing independently and collaboratively to drive the Commercial function
• Organising and manage Executive Director’s priorities and offering recommendations
• Delivering excellent project execution with a proactive, forward-thinking approach

BENEFITS

This role is rewarding in more ways than one. On top of our core offering, you’ll do extraordinary work with amazing people. In addition, you can expect a wide range of benefits:

• Discounted car purchase (open to family members, too)
• A 52 week maternity leave policy and a 4 week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available.
• A JLR company performance-related bonus
• An employee learning scheme providing funding for; education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong
• learning.
• Access to open, employee-led support and social networks
• Comprehensive Life Assurance and Income Protection policies

*Flexible working is offered for specific roles dependant on responsibilities. Please speak to the hiring team for details.

Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work. Some roles require more on-site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs.

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.

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