Burberry Personal Assistant (Maternity Cover)

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Location
LondonEnglandUK
Employment
Temporary
Seniority
Mid-Level
Posted
Mar 24, 2026

About Burberry

Burberry is a British luxury fashion house celebrated for its heritage craftsmanship, iconic outerwear and progressive approach to luxury. The brand operates globally across design, retail and corporate functions and emphasises creativity, digital innovation and responsible business practices as core employer values.

Burberry in London seeks a Personal Assistant (maternity cover) to support Strategy & Supply Chain leadership. Temporary role based in London.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Manage complex international diaries and agendas for Strategy and Supply Chain leadership, ensuring timely preparation and flawless execution.
  • Coordinate meeting briefs, presentations and supporting materials with discretion and attention to detail.
  • Arrange end-to-end travel itineraries and coordinate bookings, visas and expense submissions in line with company policy.
  • Raise purchase orders, support invoice processing and oversee general office administration for the Supply Chain function.
  • Respond to and triage IT and facilities requests, liaising with internal partners to resolve issues efficiently.
  • Support the planning and delivery of internal events, town halls and wider functional activities.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Personal Assistant supporting senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, global environment.
  • High level of proficiency in Outlook, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel; comfortable with digital collaboration tools.
  • Exceptional organisational skills with a rigorous attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities calmly.
  • Clear and confident communicator with a collaborative mindset and high professional integrity.
  • Proactive, reliable and adaptable with the ability to anticipate needs and provide seamless administrative support.
  • Comfortable working within an administrative community to provide cover and shared support as required.

Skills

Outlook Microsoft Word PowerPoint Excel Diary and calendar management Travel and expense coordination Purchase order and invoice processing Event coordination IT and facilities liaison

Experience

Demonstrable experience supporting senior leaders, preferably within a complex, international corporate or luxury retail environment; experience coordinating travel, managing expenses and handling procurement/office administration is essential.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification preferred.

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in London, England, UK.

Culture

Burberry fosters a creative, values-driven workplace where heritage craftsmanship and modern innovation intersect. The culture is collaborative and fast-paced, with an emphasis on sustainability, inclusion and professional development across global teams.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

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