at the helm

Idioms  

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.

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Example Sentences

He focused on improving the retailer’s fresh-food selection, as well as overall operation and appearance of stores, during his time at the helm.

From The Wall Street Journal

Ransom, who will leave the company after 12 years at the helm, expressed confidence in delivering a 2026 performance in line with market expectations despite uncertainty due to recent geopolitical events.

From The Wall Street Journal

Chief executive Eliot Lyne said: "It is a great honour to be at the helm of such a landmark organisation for UK nature conservation as it reaches this special milestone."

From BBC

Lovaglio has been at the helm of Monte dei Paschi since early 2022, steering the group’s restructuring following a state bailout and turnaround efforts at a time when a higher interest-rate environment also boosted the bank’s coffers.

From The Wall Street Journal

However, their most-recent performances have not matched those that beat Manchester City, Arsenal and Fulham at the start of his time at the helm.

From BBC

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