Assistant, International Strategy - NHL

Overview ABOUT THE NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE: Founded in 1917, the NHL is the premier professional ice hockey league and a major professional sports organization in the United States and Canada. The NHL is a global sports and entertainment organization with a focus on building healthy, vibrant communities through hockey. We are seeking dynamic, energetic, and impactful individuals who share our philosophy that Hockey is for Everyone. Summary The Assistant, International Strategy provides high-level administrative, operational, and project support to the Executive Vice President, International Strategy. This role coordinates strategic initiatives that advance the NHL\'s international growth objectives. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly professional, and able to work 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 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. Qualifications Knowledge Areas/Experience Required: 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 fast-paced corporate, sports, entertainment, media, or global business environments. Preferred German-language fluency. Experience supporting international business, strategy, business development, or global operations teams. Knowledge of sports, media, entertainment, or international events industries. Experience coordinating cross-functional strategic initiatives. Familiarity with international business practices and global stakeholder management. Education/Certifications Bachelor\'s degree preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered. Required 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. Experience leveraging AI productivity tools, including Microsoft Copilot, is a plus. Core Competencies Accountability Adaptability Communication Critical Thinking Inclusion Professionalism Teamwork & Collaboration Benefits and Other Information The NHL offers competitive benefits and a hybrid work schedule where applicable. This includes paid time off, health benefits for employees and eligible dependents from day one, employee assistance resources, and wellness programs. A savings plan (401K with pre-tax and Roth options) is available, along with a pre-tax commuter benefit and partner discounts. The organization supports a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture and provides opportunities to engage with HR programs and team activities. Salary range: $80-85K; actual base pay will be determined based on experience and location. When applying, please include a cover letter with salary expectations. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr National Hockey League (NHL)