Assistant, International Strategy

About the role

The Assistant, International Strategy will provide high-level administrative, operational, and project support to the Executive Vice President, International Strategy, while helping to coordinate strategic initiatives that advance the NHL's international growth objectives. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities across a fast-paced global business environment. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly professional, and capable of working effectively with internal stakeholders, NHL Clubs, international federations, external partners, and senior executives across multiple time zones.

Responsibilities

• Manage the EVP's complex calendar, including scheduling meetings across multiple countries and time zones.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodations, visas, itineraries, and related logistics.
• Prepare meeting agendas, briefing materials, presentations, and executive correspondence.
• Track and manage action items, follow-ups, and strategic priorities stemming from executive meetings.
• Support the planning and execution of international business initiatives, events, summits, and stakeholder engagements.
• Coordinate cross-functional communications with departments including Business Development, Marketing, Events, Communications, Legal, Finance, and Hockey Operations.
• Assist in preparing board materials, executive presentations, market assessments, and strategic planning documents.
• Maintain confidential information and exercise discretion when handling sensitive business matters.
• Manage expense reporting, invoice processing, budget tracking, and vendor administration.
• Conduct research on international markets, partnerships, growth opportunities, and industry trends.
• Support project management efforts by monitoring timelines, deliverables, meeting cadence, and stakeholder communications.
• Serve as a key point of coordination for international partner meetings, league events, and executive visits.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of executive administrative support experience, preferably supporting a senior executive.
• Experience coordinating international travel and meetings across multiple time zones.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
• Experience preparing executive-level presentations, reports, and communications.
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Experience working in a fast-paced corporate, sports, entertainment, media, or global business environment.
• Bachelor's degree preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.

Skills

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Word.
• Exceptional calendar and meeting management capabilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally with senior executives and external partners.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong project management and follow-through capabilities.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and manage multiple deadlines.
• Resourceful problem-solving mindset and sound judgment.
• Positive, collaborative, and service-oriented approach.
• German-language fluency preferred.
• Experience supporting international business, strategy, business development, or global operations teams preferred.
• Knowledge of the sports, media, entertainment, or international events industries preferred.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional strategic initiatives preferred.
• Familiarity with international business practices and global stakeholder management preferred.
• Experience leveraging AI productivity tools, including Microsoft Copilot, is a plus.

Benefits

• Time to Recharge: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) including paid holidays, vacation, personal and sick days, plus an extra day off for your birthday.
• Ability to Focus on your Health: Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision) effective on the first day, with minimal employee cost. Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental, physical, and financial health, plus a digital wellness resource.
• Childcare Leave: Up to 12 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers and up to 6 weeks for non-primary caregivers following the birth, adoption, or placement of a child.
• Confidence in your Retirement Goals: 401K plan with pre-tax and Roth options, plus non-elective employer contributions.
• Hybrid Work Schedule: Flexibility in work locations/schedules for work/life balance.
• New Headquarters: State-of-the-art offices at One Manhattan West in Hudson Yards, featuring high-tech conference rooms, game rooms, and access to shops and culinary experiences.
• Savings for Commuting: Pre-tax commuter benefit plan to offset travel costs.
• NHL Partner Rates: Exclusive pricing from partners on travel, consumer goods, services, and the NHL Store.
• Life at the NHL: Opportunities to engage in team-building activities, hockey at Chelsea Piers, Employee Resource Groups, and a dynamic workplace culture.

Pay

Salary range: $80,000–$85,000. Actual base pay will be determined based on experience, training, market demands, and geographic location.