At a Glance
- Tasks: Support senior leaders by managing calendars, travel, and operational logistics.
- Company: Join Twinkl HQ, a vibrant company focused on growth and collaboration.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £32k, 37.5 hours per week, and a permanent contract.
- Other info: Dynamic office culture with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Be a key player in driving organisational efficiency and supporting leadership initiatives.
- Qualifications: 2+ years experience in fast-paced environments with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 32000 - 32000 £ per year.
Location: Fully based in our Sheffield office
Annual Salary: Starting salary of £32k per annum
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week (09:00-17:30, Monday - Friday)
Contract: Permanent
Are you an experienced executive assistant with a passion for operational excellence? Twinkl HQ is looking for an on-the-ground partner to a select group of senior leaders, supporting them as they lead critical growth, commercial, and operational initiatives.
As a central figure within our office environment, you will be deeply embedded in the strategic priorities of the leadership team, helping translate strategy into action while ensuring that our office-based culture thrives.
What you'll be doing:
- Calendar Management: Proactively manage complex executive calendars to optimise time, resolve conflicts, anticipate priorities and prepare leaders for high-value meetings.
- In-House Operational Support: Oversee end-to-end guest hospitality and meeting room logistics, including setup, meet and greets, catering, and post-event resetting.
- Travel & Logistics: Coordinate comprehensive domestic and international travel itineraries aligned with business objectives.
- Project Support: Provide hands-on support for growth initiatives, cross-functional projects, and leadership offsites by tracking actions and coordinating across teams.
- Communication: Serve as a key liaison for internal and external stakeholders while managing executive correspondence and documentation.
- Meeting Leadership: Organise leadership meetings in person and online, preparing required materials and tracking decisions, actions, and commercial implications.
- Operational Excellence: Identify and implement opportunities to streamline executive workflows and enhance in-office operational efficiency.
What you'll bring:
- Commercial Background: At least 2 years supporting senior leaders in fast-paced environments, with a solid grasp of business operations and financial priorities.
- On-Site Presence: Dedicated to being in the office to drive collaboration and serve as a central hub.
- Coordination: Experience in office management, event planning, and managing complex, multi-stakeholder workstreams.
- Solution-Oriented Organisation: Being proactive and adept at managing high-volume complexity, and capable of navigating ambiguity under pressure.
- Strong Judgment & Discretion: Sharp critical thinking skills to make sound, independent decisions while maintaining absolute confidentiality.
- Influential Communication: Exceptional written and verbal skills, with the confidence to influence and professionally challenge others.
If you are passionate about driving organisational efficiency and empowering leadership teams within a collaborative office culture, we would love to hear from you.
Executive Assistant in Sheffield employer: Twinkl Educational Publishing
As a leading educational publishing company, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment that champions diversity and innovation. Our flexible working options empower employees to achieve a healthy work-life balance while providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development in the fast-paced world of performance marketing. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the education sector while enjoying the benefits of a supportive team culture and a commitment to excellence.
Contact Details:
Twinkl Educational Publishing Recruitment Team
