Senior Administrative Assistant

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

As the Assistant to the GM Football EMEA, you will collaborate closely with the General Manager, Leadership Team, employees, and external Nike stakeholders/accounts. You will act as a key connector, ensuring smooth communication and coordination across teams in EMEA and Global. Your role will be essential in maximizing leadership efficiency and maintaining a high level of organization and professionalism across all interactions.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking a proactive and highly organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have:

• Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal.
• A courteous, professional, and tactful approach in all interactions.
• A structured and proactive mindset, able to manage multiple priorities.
• Resilience and adaptability in the face of change and pressure.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with a resourceful and strategic approach.
• The ability to work independently and take full accountability for results.
• High attention to detail and an analytical mindset.
• Confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster relationships across teams.
• A commitment to Nike's maxims and ethical leadership.

• Varied experiences working as an Assistant in an international environment.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal).
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Flexibility to work outside standard hours when needed.
• Willingness to travel for meetings and offsites.

• Calendar and Expense Management: Manage complex scheduling, expenses, and approvals.
• Communication and Correspondence: Handle internal and external communications.
• Meeting Coordination: Organize, record, and follow up on key meetings and action items.
• Cross-Team Collaboration: Maintain communication between the GM, EMEA, and Global leadership teams.
• Decision-Making Support: Act as a liaison in the GM's absence, prioritizing tasks and key directives.
• Confidential Information Management: Handle sensitive data with professionalism.
• Team Support and Visibility: Serve as the go-to person for the GM, leadership team, and broader organization.
• Networking and Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong internal and external connections.
• Project and Process Improvement: Identify and implement workflow efficiencies.
• Travel and Event Management: Arrange travel and logistics for leadership meetings, offsites, and global visits.
• Budget and Purchase Order Management: Track and control department budgets and POs.
• Reporting and Presentation Support: Prepare reports, presentations, and overviews as needed.
• Space Planning and Logistics: Oversee workspace planning, team org charts, and travel coordination.
• Backup Support: Provide coverage for other assistants as required.
• Information Flow and Training Coordination: Ensure smooth information sharing and process updates.