Assistant, Innovation and Growth Strategy

About the National Hockey League

Founded in 1917, the National Hockey League (NHL) is the leading professional ice hockey league worldwide, operating as one of the premier sports leagues in the United States and Canada. With over 1,500 employees across North America, the NHL is a global sports and entertainment entity dedicated to fostering robust, vibrant communities through hockey. We seek energetic, impactful individuals who embrace our inclusive philosophy: Hockey is for Everyone.

Role Overview

This position provides essential operational support to the EVP of Innovation & Growth Strategy and manages departmental coordination including communication, workflow, and logistics. The ideal candidate is detail-focused, proactive, and thrives within a dynamic environment to keep the team organized and efficient.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage phone communications, travel planning, and calendar scheduling.
• Prepare and monitor reimbursement for expense reports.
• Assist with invoice processing and departmental financial tracking.
• Coordinate logistics for departmental meetings, both on-site and off-site.
• Liaise effectively with internal staff, senior executives, NHL Clubs, and external partners at various organizational levels.
• Oversee event logistics related to NHL key events including ticketing, suites, hotel bookings, corporate hospitality, and VIP experiences.
• Complete routine administrative tasks and support special projects within the department.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance communication and operational flow.
• Perform additional department duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience in an administrative support capacity is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications—Word, Excel, PowerPoint—is essential.
• Experience within sports leagues, teams, or media entities preferred.
• Familiarity with NHL, its teams, and major events is a strong advantage.
• Degree from a college or university is required.
• Strong self-motivation and organizational skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team setting.
• High interpersonal skills to interact with diverse groups, including senior leadership and corporate partners.
• Capability to work with minimal supervision, demonstrating ownership, confidence, and initiative.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills adaptable to shifting priorities.
• Detail-oriented, flexible, and adaptable to changing work demands.
• Willingness to travel and maintain flexible working hours as needed.

Core Values and Culture

• Accountability
• Adaptability
• Effective Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Inclusion
• Professionalism
• Teamwork and Collaboration

Employee Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off including holidays, vacation, personal, sick days, plus a birthday day off.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision) available from day one, with substantial employer subsidies.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program for mental, physical, and financial well-being support, including digital wellness resources.
• Paid Childcare Leave: up to 12 weeks for primary caregivers and 6 weeks for others, following birth, adoption, or placement.
• 401k retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Hybrid work arrangements offered to support work-life balance.
• Modern office facilities at One Manhattan West in Hudson Yards, with amenities such as conference rooms, game rooms, and dining options.
• Pre-tax commuter benefit plan to reduce travel costs.
• Exclusive NHL partner discounts on various goods and services.
• Welcoming workplace culture encouraging authenticity, employee resource group participation, and team activities like hockey skating events.

Salary and Application

The salary range for this role is $75,000 to $85,000 annually, with exact compensation based on experience, skills, market factors, and location. Candidates should submit a cover letter including salary expectations. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.