British Rowing – Executive Assistant

We are seeking a values-led, compassionate and detail focused EA, who will support the
CEO and Operations Manager.

This role will play a central part in shaping how it feels to work at British Rowing ensuring
our values are lived every day, not simply stated.

A bit about the role

This opportunity to join the Operations Team comes at an exciting time as Tom Solesbury, the new Chief Executive, implements a fresh strategy designed to transform the sport and create positive opportunities for everyone who interacts with it.

Rowing has the power to change lives. It’s a sport built upon teamwork and inclusivity which creates a welcoming culture where communities can thrive. This opportunity to join the Operations Team comes at an exciting time as Tom Solesbury, the new Chief Executive, implements a fresh strategy designed to transform the sport and create positive opportunities for everyone who interacts with it.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide proactive diary management, scheduling, and coordination of meetings for the CEO.
  Act as the first point of contact for staff and external stakeholders, ensuring professional and timely communication.
• Ensure the CEO is well informed of upcoming commitments, responsibilities and urgent items requiring their attention.
• Draft correspondence, reports, and presentations as required.
• Work with the Operations Manager to prepare and distribute agendas, minutes, and briefing documents for key meetings.
• Assist in expense processing, and financial administration, linking with the Operations Manager and finance team as required.
• Assist with HR processes.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion.
• Where required and time allowing, provide basic admin support to other members of the Senior Leadership Team as authorised by the Operations Manager.

Mandatory Requirements

• Proven experience in an executive assistant, personal assistant, or high-level administrative role.
  Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and effectively prioritise ever changing workloads and schedules.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information.
• Experience of preparing accurate documentation to set deadlines and coordinating the appropriate administration attached to meetings.
• Experience of taking and producing accurate meeting minutes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a high-performance environment.

Desirable

• An interest in sport and in the work of British Rowing.
• Experience of working for a governing body organisation or governance function.

Additional Information

Hours of Work and Pay

28-hour week (4 days) – £33,240 per year (FTE – £41,550)

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please submit your application here alongside your CV and a 1 page cover letter explaining your suitability for the role here. We’re going to close applications on the 1st June but, if you like the sound of the job, please apply straight away as we reserve the right to close applications early if we find the right candidate

Application Dates: From Friday 15th May 2026 to Monday 1st June 2026