assistantleader

noun
UK /əˈsɪstənt ˈliːdə/
US /əˈsɪstənt ˈliːdər/

A person who helps the main leader and takes charge when the leader is away.

Mia was chosen as the assistant leader of the school trip.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A helper who guides a group alongside the main person in charge.

The assistant leader showed the new kids where to sit.

3. Someone who supports the boss and helps make decisions.

As assistant leader, Tom helped plan the game.

4. A person who takes over the group when the leader is not there.

When the coach left, the assistant leader ran the practice.