At a Glance
- Tasks: Support senior leaders with calendar management, travel logistics, and project coordination.
- Company: Join Twinkl HQ, a vibrant workplace focused on operational excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy 33 days off, health cash plan, and enhanced family leave.
- Other info: Dynamic office culture with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be a key player in driving growth and making a real impact.
- Qualifications: 2+ years supporting leaders in fast-paced environments with strong organisational 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.
How We’ll Look After You
- Enjoy 33 days of paid time off per year (pro-rata), plus watch your holiday bank grow the longer you stay with us.
- The Ultimate "Me" Day. An extra, fully paid day off dedicated entirely to you. Sleep in, binge a show, or hit the spa. No justification needed, just pure self-care.
- Want to change the world? We’ll foot the bill. Take a fully paid day every year to champion a cause close to your heart.
- Keep your money in your pocket as we give you access to a Westfield Health cash plan. Claim back cash on everyday healthcare like dentist visits, eye care, and physio.
- Big life moments deserve big support. We’ve got you covered with enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
- We’re investing in your tomorrow. Secure your future with our boosted pension contributions and total peace of mind through generous life insurance.
- Unleash a world of learning and fun! Get full, complimentary access to Twinkl for you and your family.
Executive Assistant in Sheffield employer: Twinkl Ltd.
Twinkl HQ is an exceptional employer located in Sheffield, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises operational excellence and employee well-being. With a starting salary of £32k per annum, generous benefits including 33 days of paid time off, and unique perks like the Ultimate 'Me' Day and support for personal causes, Twinkl fosters an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally. The company is committed to your growth, providing opportunities for learning and development while ensuring a collaborative atmosphere that empowers you to make a meaningful impact.
