As an Assistant to a Senior Director, you will play a key role in enabling leadership effectiveness and representing Nike with professionalism. You’ll help ensure the Senior Director’s time is optimized, while fostering strong connections across the Leadership Team, employees, and external Nike partners.
You will be a visible, trusted point of contact who helps keep the team organized, aligned, and moving forward.
We’re seeking a proactive, highly organized, and service‑minded professional who brings energy, discretion, and a collaborative spirit to a fast‑paced environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates:
Excellent written and verbal communication skillsA courteous, friendly, and tactful approachA proactive, structured working style with strong team orientationComfort with change, ambiguity, and fast‑moving prioritiesFlexibility, resourcefulness, and strong multi‑tasking abilitiesAccountability and ownership of resultsStrong analytical thinking and attention to detailHigh levels of confidentiality and discretionEmpathy and strong interpersonal skillsAlignment with Nike’s values and ethical standardsSolid experience supporting leaders in an international environmentFluency in English (written and verbal)Strong MS Office proficiencyFull‑time availability and flexibility in working hoursLondon‑based, with occasional travel for offsites and meetings.WHAT YOU’LL WORK ONAs an Assistant, you will manage a broad range of responsibilities that keep the Senior Director and team operating smoothly. Key tasks include:
Managing complex calendars and expensesEnsuring consistent and proactive communication between the Senior Director and Leadership Teams across EMEA and GlobalHandling sensitive and confidential information with discretionBeing a visible on‑the‑floor contact for your manager, team, and stakeholdersBuilding and maintaining a strong, collaborative network across teams and counterpartsCoordinating meetings, travel, and logistics for the Senior DirectorSupporting event management for Sales events (e.g., Retailer Alliance, Go‑to‑Market meetings)Managing Purchase OrdersTracking travel, org charts, and FTOProviding backup support for other Assistants, including functional teamsEnsuring timely information sharing across topics such as apps, training, and toolsOccasional travel for meetings and offsitesApplication deadline: 26/January/2026