Executive Assistant to the CDTO

We have many opportunities available on our other career site pages. Click here to link to our careers page!Signet Jewelers is the world's largest retailer of diamond jewelry, operating more than 2,800 stores worldwide under the iconic brands: Kay Jewelers, Zales, Jared, H.Samuel, Ernest Jones, Peoples, Banter by Piercing Pagoda, Rocksbox, JamesAllen.com and Diamonds Direct. We are a people-first company and this core value is at the heart of everything we do, from empowering our valued team members, to collaborating with our customers, to fostering the communities in which we live and serve. People – and the love their actions inspire – are what drive us. We’re not only proud of the love we inspire outside our walls, we’re especially proud of the diversity, inclusion and equity we’re inspiring inside. There are dynamic career paths awaiting you – rewarding opportunities to impact the lives of others and inspire love. Join us!Executive Assistant to the Chief Digital Technology OfficerReports to- CDTOLocation: Dallas, TXAbout SignetAs the world’s largest retailer of diamond jewelry, Signet Jewelers is positioned like no other to inspire love the world over. Signet is a publicly traded company and operates the name brands of Kay Jewelers, Zales, Jared, Banter by Piercing Pagoda, Diamonds Direct, Blue Nile, JamesAllen.com, Rocksbox, Peoples Jewelers, H.Samuel and Ernest Jones. Our operations and supply chain relationships span Africa and India.Inspiring Love within our four walls as well as the four corners of the world comes in the form of loving all people, loving ourselves, as well as our planet and products. Our purpose is fueled by fostering equality and inclusiveness, innovating new ways to bring unique jewelry and personal experiences to everyone and encouraging self-expression.Our customers trust us to help them celebrate life’s most meaningful and personal moments; we do not take that responsibility lightly.Position OverviewJoining the company at a pivotal moment of digital and organizational transformation, the Executive Assistant to the Chief Digital & Technology Officer (CDTO) serves as a strategic partner and operational leader, responsible for maximizing executive effectiveness, driving organizational alignment, and ensuring seamless execution across a highly complex global environment.This is not a traditional administrative role. This individual operates as an extension of the CDTO, anticipating needs, prioritizing competing demands, and ensuring that the executive’s time, focus, and energy are directed toward the highest-impact work.The role requires high judgment, strong business acumen, and proactive ownership, supporting a global team across multiple time zones while influencing outcomes across senior leaders, executive assistants, and cross-functional stakeholders.This is a high-visibility, high-trust role that directly impacts executive effectiveness and organizational performance.Core AccountabilitiesExecutive Effectiveness & Strategic PrioritizationProactively manage and optimize the CDTO’s time, focus, and prioritiesAnticipate needs 2–3 steps ahead, ensuring readiness for key meetings, decisions, and deliverablesBuild and manage forward-looking cadence across board meetings, SLT, town halls, and key initiativesAct as a thought partner in prioritizing requests, filtering inputs, and escalating critical mattersCalendar Leadership & Operating RhythmOwn and orchestrate a highly complex, global calendar across multiple time zones and senior stakeholdersEstablish efficient meeting cadence and ensure alignment across executive peers and their officesExercise strong judgment in balancing accessibility with focus—protecting time while enabling speedEnable rapid scheduling and decision-making across senior leadershipStakeholder Management & Executive PresenceServe as a key interface between the CDTO and senior leaders, Board members, and external partnersBuild strong relationships across executive assistants and leadership teams to drive alignment and responsivenessRepresent the CDTO with professionalism, discretion, and credibilityAct as a “gatekeeper and connector,” ensuring the right information reaches the right audience at the right timeMeeting Preparation & Follow-ThroughEnsure the CDTO is fully prepared for all critical engagements (materials, context, priorities)Track key decisions, commitments, and follow-ups from meetings and ensure executionCoordinate high-impact events (town halls, leadership meetings) with speed and precisionDrive post-meeting communication and alignment (e.g., recaps, materials, next steps)Communication & Content SupportDraft, review, and refine executive communications (emails, presentations, internal announcements)Ensure messaging aligns with executive intent, tone, and organizational prioritiesSupport development of presentations and materials for leadership forums and key initiativesOperational Execution & CoordinationCoordinate travel, expenses, and logistics with high attention to detail and efficiencyManage collaboration tools and ensure smooth digital workflow across the executive officeEnable seamless coordination across global teams and functionsEnsure timely and accurate execution of all administrative and operational responsibilitiesCulture, Energy & Organizational ImpactBring energy, urgency, and a strong sense of ownership to the roleAct as a cultural amplifier—driving engagement, responsiveness, and accountability across teamsServe as an extension of the CDTO’s leadership style and expectationsHelp create cohesion across a distributed, global organizationKey Performance Indicators (KPIs)Executive time optimization (focus vs. reactive workload)Calendar efficiency and responsivenessMeeting preparedness and follow-through effectivenessSpeed and quality of decision-making supportStakeholder satisfaction (executive team, EA network)Accuracy and timeliness of executionQuality of executive communicationsOrganizational alignment and coordinationQualifications5–10+ years of experience supporting C-level executives in complex, global organizationsProven ability to operate in high-demand, fast-paced environments with multiple stakeholdersExceptional organizational and prioritization skills with strong attention to detailHigh emotional intelligence and strong judgment in ambiguous situationsAbility to anticipate needs and operate proactively with minimal directionStrong communication skills (written and verbal) with executive-level polishExperience managing complex calendars across global teams and time zonesProficiency with Microsoft Office, collaboration tools, and digital platformsHigh level of discretion and professionalism #J-18808-Ljbffr Signet Jewelers Limited