Administrative Assistant

Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team

NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

As an Assistant to a Senior Director, you will help maximize the leader's time, strengthen team effectiveness and represent NIKE with professionalism. You will build trusted relationships with the Senior Director, the Leadership Team, employees and external NIKE partners and accounts.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Courteous, approachable and tactful
• Proactive, organized team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Responds constructively to change, ambiguity, challenges and pressure
• Flexible, resourceful and strategic, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Works independently and takes accountability for results
• Analytical, with strong attention to detail
• Maintains confidentiality and exercises sound discretion
• Demonstrates empathy and strong interpersonal skills
• Embodies NIKE's Maxims, upholds high ethical standards and leads by example

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
As an Assistant, you will perform a wide range of tasks, including but not limited to:

• Manage complex calendars and expenses

• Establish and maintain proactive, consistent communication between the Sales Director and Leadership Teams across EMEA and Global
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Serve as an accessible and trusted point of contact for the manager, team and broader organization
• Build and maintain a strong, collaborative network across the team, colleagues and assistant community
• Coordinate meetings and travel for the Sales Director
• Support the planning and delivery of sales events, including retailer alliance meetings and go-to-market events
• Manage purchase orders
• Track travel, organizational charts and FTO
• Provide backup support for other Assistants and functional Assistants when needed
• Enable clear and timely information sharing across relevant topics, including applications and training

WHAT YOU BRING

• Proven experience as an Assistant in an international environment
• Fluent in English, written and spoken
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Available to work full time, 40 hours per week
• Able to work flexible hours when business needs require
• Based in London, with occasional travel for offsites and meetings

-Relocation support is not available for this role.

- Applications will be accepted until October 7th End of Day. We encourage external candidates to apply as soon as possible, as the posting may close earlier if we receive a sufficient number of applications.

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.