Phoenix Suns · 4 hours ago
Executive Assistant to the CEO
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expPlayer 15 Group, the sports & entertainment company behind the Phoenix Suns, is seeking a skilled Executive Assistant to the CEO. This role involves managing complex calendars, supporting the CEO during events, and ensuring smooth operations in a fast-paced environment.
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Responsibilities
Act as a trusted point of contact between the Chief of Staff, CEO, internal teams, ownership, league officials, NBA partners, sponsors, media, and external stakeholders—showing up with professionalism, discretion, and high standards
Stay one step ahead of the CEO’s priorities by managing complex calendars, travel, and scheduling across games, practices, events, concerts, league meetings, and business needs
Plan and run the logistics for meetings, game days, concerts, and special events, from agendas and materials to hospitality, credentials, transportation, and follow-up, making sure every detail meets a high standard
Support the CEO during games and major events as needed, ensuring smooth coordination, timely information, and a consistently professional presence
Manage administrative work with accuracy and care, including travel, expense reports, document organization, and department resources
Use good judgment and confidence when making decisions with limited supervision, including vendor coordination, purchase approvals, and representing Player 15 Group at events when appropriate
Serve as a communication hub, screening calls and messages, prioritizing what matters most, and responding with clarity, urgency, and thoughtfulness
Participate in special projects and cross-functional workstreams with flexibility and focus, staying calm and effective as priorities shift in a live-event environment
Contribute to Player 15 Group culture by collaborating across teams, supporting training and community efforts, and stepping in to support other Executive Assistants when needed
Qualification
Required
Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience providing direct, high-level support to a c-suite or senior executive in a fast-paced, high-profile organization
Demonstrated ability to operate as a trusted partner, exercising sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism while managing sensitive and confidential matters
Preferred
Experience supporting multiple senior executives and/or C-suite leaders within a complex, matrixed organization
Five (5) or more years of experience managing complex calendars, travel, and logistics across internal teams, external partners, and multiple locations
Prior experience in professional sports, arena operations, live entertainment, hospitality, or a similar event-driven industry
Comfort operating in environments with extended hours, non-traditional schedules, and live-event demands
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision coverages
Life and Disability options
Vacation, sick and holiday leave programs
Discounts at Fanatics Team Shop
Tickets available for Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury and Valley Suns
Company
Phoenix Suns
Phoenix Suns is a professional basketball team that competes in the national basketball association.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Dyal Capital Partners
2022-12-21Acquired
2021-07-06Private Equity
Leadership Team
Dan Costello
Executive Vice President & Chief Revenue Officer
Ben Sacks
Assistant to Chief Executive Officer
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