Executive Assistant to Chief Executive

The Premier League; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Premier League is seeking a dedicated Executive Assistant to support the Chief Executive and Executive Office. This full-time role in London requires exceptional organizational and communication skills to manage day-to-day operations, support senior executives, and handle confidential information with discretion. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment and is proactive in fostering positive relationships within the organization.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as an Executive Assistant at C-Suite/Board Level.
• First-class Microsoft Office skills.
• Exceptional organisational ability and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex diaries and act as point of contact for enquiries.
• Prepare meeting papers and manage correspondence for the Chief Executive.
• Organise travel logistics and maintain filing systems.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

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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 [e-mail]

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

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