at the helm

1. In charge, in command, as in With Charles at the helm, the company is bound to prosper. This phrase transfers the idea of steering a ship to directing other enterprises. [Early 1500s] Also see the synonym at the wheel.

Example Sentences

Lee Carsley, who held the fort between Southgate's departure and the former Chelsea manager's arrival, managed to cram eight debutants into six matches while at the helm.

From BBC

Lady Mary wasn’t always in line to take over Downton Abbey, but her ill-fated marriage to Matthew Crawley and the birth of their son George ensured that she could be at the helm of the estate, at least until George came of age.

From Los Angeles Times

With Kang at the helm, the club is run very differently - operating in female sports markets and attracting independent sponsorships.

From BBC

In his time at the helm, Spurs won only the League Cup under Juande Ramos in 2008, then the Europa League last season, with Levy then courting criticism after their first glory in 17 years by sacking manager Ange Postecoglou 16 days after the win against Manchester United in Bilbao.

From BBC

Tottenham executive chairman Daniel Levy has stepped down from his role after 24 years at the helm of the club.

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