Personal Assistant - Maternity Cover

Department: SC CENTRAL OPERATIONS

City: London

Location: GB

INTRODUCTION

At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today.

We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities.

JOB PURPOSE

The team at Burberry is looking for a dedicated Personal Assistant to provide exceptional administrative and organisational support to our Strategy and Supply Chain leadership. You will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth, efficient and seamless running of the function, enabling our leaders to focus on driving innovation and excellence. This role sits at the heart of a fast‑moving global environment where precision, calm and care make a meaningful impact. Your contribution will help underpin the craft and creativity that define Burberry.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage complex international diaries and agendas, ensuring leaders are fully prepared and schedules run smoothly.
Coordinate meeting briefs, presentations and supporting materials with accuracy and discretion.
Arrange end‑to‑end travel itineraries and handle associated bookings and expenses in line with company processes.
Raise purchase orders, support invoice processing and oversee general office administration across the Supply Chain function.
Respond to queries, including IT and facilities‑related requests, with efficiency and professionalism.
Support the organisation of internal events, town halls and wider functional activities that bring teams together.

PERSONAL PROFILE

Experience as a Personal Assistant supporting senior stakeholders in a fast‑paced environment.
Strong proficiency in Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel, with confidence working across digital collaboration tools.
Organised, detail‑focused and able to balance multiple priorities while remaining calm under pressure.
Clear and confident communication skills, with a collaborative approach and strong sense of integrity.
Proactive, reliable and adaptable, with the ability to anticipate needs and provide seamless support.
Comfortable working as part of a wider administrative community, offering cover and shared support where needed.

FOOTER

Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and experience.