2 days ago
Executive Assistant to CEO - sport lifestyle brand
£55000.00 - £60000 per annum + Based on experience
Executive Assistant to CEO - Sport lifestyle brand, 6 month FTC to perm. North London A globally recognised premium cycling and lifestyle brand is looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to support its CEO during an exciting phase of growth.This is a business with a strong presence in the cycling, sport and performance space. The role sits right at the centre of the action, supporting a driven CEO and leadership team while helping keep priorities aligned and the business operating smoothly.They're looking for someone who can bring structure, calm and clarity to a busy environment - someone emotionally intelligent, highly organised and confident enough to challenge when needed. This isn't a "yes person" role; it's about being a genuine right hand who can anticipate needs, push back constructively, and help create focus and momentum.The ideal person will probably thrive in high-performance environments themselves - whether that comes from sport, startups, creative industries or other fast-paced settings. Someone with strong energy, resilience and good instincts who enjoys being around ambitious people and matching that pace.This position is an initial 6 month FTC with the view to go permanent (based on performance)This role is expected to start between mid-June and July. We are ideally looking for candidates who are immediately available or have a short notice period.Key ResponsibilitiesFull executive support to the CEO including diary, inbox, travel and expense management (and personal PA support at times)Coordinating leadership meetings, off-sites, board sessions and wider company events.Preparing agendas, taking minutes and ensuring follow-up actions are tracked and completed.Acting as a trusted point of contact across leadership and wider teams.Helping create structure and clarity around priorities, deadlines and communication.Supporting strategic projects, presentations and planning cycles.Improving processes and finding smarter ways of working within the executive office.Assisting with company-wide events, launches and team activities.About YouPrevious experience supporting a senior executive, founder or CEO in a fast-paced environment.Exceptionally organised with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.Emotionally intelligent and confident dealing with different personalities and senior stakeholders.Comfortable working at pace and managing multiple moving priorities.Proactive, solutions-focused and able to think ahead.Happy to challenge constructively, provide clarity and be a genuine sounding board.Experience within sport, lifestyle, fashion, creative or consumer brands would be beneficial.A personal interest in cycling, sport or performance culture would be a strong plus (there are some amazing benefits - think discounted products).What's on Offer (just some of the benefits)Flexible working hours with hybrid working (minimum 4 days in-office however when the CEO is travelling you can WFH more frequently)Competitive annual leave packageWeekly riding benefit, including the opportunity to cycle with colleagues or take part in wider sporting eventsFree barista coffee every daySubsidised lunches 3 days per weekStrong wellbeing and parental leave benefits.A 50% staff discount and a discount for family and friends on their amazing cycling and sporting productsThis is a fantastic opportunity to become a true right hand to an ambitious and driven executive within a globally recognised brand. Ideal for an EA who thrives in high-performance environments, enjoys building strong relationships, and wants to play a meaningful role at the heart of a fast-moving business.Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.