About this role
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
As Executive Assistant to the HR VP, you will be primarily responsible for maximizing the VP’s time and promoting a positive company image. Through your duties, you will maintain relationships between the VP, her Leadership Team, her employees and external NIKE contacts.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for a highly organized, proactive, and discreet professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and brings strong business maturity. You will excel in this role if you demonstrate:
- Proven experience as an Executive Assistant supporting senior leadership.
- Fluency in English (written and verbal); Dutch is a plus.
- Advanced MS Office skills, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint.
- Flexibility to work outside standard hours when required.
- Ability to travel for offsites, meetings, and leadership events.
- A courteous, professional, and tactful demeanor.
- A pro-active and structured team player in a fast-moving environment.
- Responds positively to change, ambiguity, adversity and pressure.
- Flexible, resourceful and strategic multi-tasker.
- Works individually and accepts accountability for results.
- Analytical with an eye for detail.
- Maintain confidentiality and discretion.
- Good empathy and people skills.
- Embody NIKE’s maxims, always maintaining high ethical standards and leading by example.
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
As an Executive Assistant, you will perform a wide range of tasks, including but not limited to:
- Complex calendar and expense management.
- Manage and coordinate internal and external correspondence.
- Establish and maintain a pro-active and ongoing communication flow between the VP and the Leadership Teams in both EMEA and Global
- In the VP’s absence, serve as a spokesperson for the VP/GM and prioritize and establish guidelines for the Leadership Team as directed by the VP.
- Handling highly sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Be visible on the floor as main contact person for your manager, your team and others
- Build and maintain a strong and collaborative network amongst your team, colleagues and counterparts.
- Participate in projects, identify, evaluate and make recommendations to improve work processes.
- Provide support for meetings and travel for the VP and/ or the Leadership Team
- Organize, coordinate and supervise the logistics for Global Visits, (Global) Leadership Team.
- Meetings, Country Tours, Café Meetings, etc.
- Control/track department budgets as well as Purchase Order management.
- Control/track (team) travel, org charts and FTO.
- Coordination and preparation of presentations/overviews/weekly reports.
- Coordinate and supervise high level Space Planning/moves for department.
- Provide back-up support, including substituting for other Executive Assistants and functional Assistants.
Application deadline: 5/February/2026.
Other facts
About Nike
Nike is committed to redefining the future of sport through a comprehensive approach to environmental sustainability. Grounded in a deep sense of responsibility for the planet, our commitment extends across the entire lifecycle of our products. Here's how Nike defines environmental sustainability:
Innovative Materials:
At the heart of our sustainability efforts is a dedication to innovative materials that minimize environmental impact. We constantly explore and invest in sustainable alternatives, incorporating recycled materials, organic cotton, and other eco-friendly innovations into our product lines.
Reducing Waste:
Nike is actively working to reduce waste in our manufacturing processes. Through advanced design techniques and responsible sourcing, we aim to minimize the environmental footprint of our products, ensuring that every step of the production cycle aligns with our commitment to sustainability.
Circular Design:
Embracing a circular economy, Nike is reimagining product design to extend the lifespan of our products. By emphasizing durability, repairability, and recyclability, we are actively working to create a closed-loop system that reduces waste and promotes responsible consumption.
Energy Efficiency:
Nike is dedicated to minimizing our carbon footprint by implementing energy-efficient practices in our manufacturing and supply chain. We're investing in renewable energy sources, setting ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and continuously exploring ways to operate with the environment in mind.
Water Stewardship:
Recognizing the importance of water as a precious resource, Nike is committed to responsible water management. We strive to reduce water usage in our supply chain, implement sustainable water practices, and engage in partnerships that address global water challenges.
Transparency and Accountability:
Nike believes in transparency and being accountable for our environmental impact. We openly communicate our sustainability go
What you'll do
- As an Executive Assistant, you will manage complex calendars, coordinate correspondence, and serve as a spokesperson in the VP's absence. You will also handle sensitive information, support meetings, and manage logistics for various events.
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