Personal Assistant & Accommodation Executive - Maternity Cover

Sport + Recreation Alliance; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports organization in London is seeking a dynamic Personal Assistant & Accommodation Executive to support senior leadership and manage logistics. This role involves diverse responsibilities, including diary management, organizing travel, and assisting with events, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year

Private medical insurance

Employee health cash-back plan

Life assurance (four times your basic salary)

Enhanced family leave and pay

Cycle to Work Scheme

Season ticket loan

Priority tickets for England matches

Qualifications

• Experience as a personal or executive assistant.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Managing the diary and coordinating activities for the Managing Director.
• Organizing meetings, travel, and handling finance queries.
• Supporting the Events Department in managing match day accommodation.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Project Management

Multitasking

Job description

Personal Assistant & Accommodation Executive - Maternity Cover

Location: London

Organisation: England & Wales Cricket Board

The ECB is recruiting a dynamic and highly organized Personal Assistant & Accommodation Executive. You will support the Managing Director of Competitions & Major Events logistics, playing a key role in the smooth operation of the ECB and English cricket.

WHO WE ARE

The England and Wales Cricket Board is the governing body for cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game from grassroots to professional levels. We believe cricket is a force for good that can positively impact lives and aim to inspire a generation to see cricket as a game for everyone. The ECB is committed to inclusivity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds to fulfill our Inspiring Generations strategy and our purpose of connecting communities through cricket.

OUR VALUES

• Respect: We promote fairness, respect, and decency.
• Enjoyment: We ensure everyone finds fun in the game.
• Belonging: We actively include everyone to find a place in cricket.
• Progress: We stay open to change to keep the game moving forward.

About The Role

YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF

• You enjoy working with senior leaders and stakeholders to facilitate effective decision-making.
• You seek a role with diverse responsibilities and tasks.
• You thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.

YOU’LL BE DOING

• Managing the diary and coordinating activities for the Managing Director – Competitions & Major Events.
• Organizing meetings, travel (domestic and overseas), logistics, and handling finance queries such as expenses, POs, invoices, and subscriptions.
• Supporting the Events Department in managing match day accommodation for 2025/2026.
• Assisting at meetings with tasks like taking minutes, arranging travel and accommodation, and other arrangements; providing support at events and conferences.
• Helping the Managing Director prepare for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.

YOU’LL HAVE

• Experience as a personal or executive assistant.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to meet tight deadlines, and manage stressful situations.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good project management and planning abilities.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask effectively.

Further Information

YOU’LL RECEIVE

• 25 days holiday per year
• 2 volunteering days annually
• Private medical insurance
• Employee health cash-back plan
• Long-term sickness insurance
• Life assurance (four times your basic salary)
• Enhanced family leave and pay
• OpenBlend coaching and performance management tool
• People Academy development programmes
• Employee Assistance Programme (confidential support including counselling, wellbeing, legal, and financial advice)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Priority tickets for England and The Hundred matches
• Participation in Employee Resource Groups such as Women in Cricket, Race in Cricket, Social Mobility in Cricket, Disability, and LGBTQ+ networks