Description
If you're super organised, thrive in a creative environment, and love making a difference, this could be the perfect role for you! We're looking for an Executive Assistant to join our fun and friendly team. You'll be the right-hand person to our Chief Executive, supporting her with essential adminis
Location: The Plough Arts Centre, 9-11 Fore St, Great Torrington, Torrington EX38 8HQ
Salary: £25,000 per year
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Full time, on-site)
Holiday: 33 days (including bank holidays)
Perks: 5% pension contribution, health care scheme with discounted dental and medical treatment, plus free employee assistance.
Reports to: The Chief Executive
Your role at a glance:
- Be the Gatekeeper: Handle phone calls, emails, and visitors like a pro!
- Master of Meetings: Set up meetings, take minutes, and keep everyone in the loop.
- Support the Chief Executive: Research, collate information, and assist with reports and presentations.
- Organise Our Programming Administration: Liaise with agents and film distributors, send contracts, and manage invoicing.
- Keep the Lights On: Ensure utilities like gas, electricity, water, and phones are all up-to-date with the best deals.
- Manage the Team Admin: Oversee staff records, holiday schedules, and recruitment admin.
- Payroll Pro: Ensure staff and freelancers are paid accurately and on time.
- Governance Guru: Support the CEO with governance tasks
- Occasional Duty Manager: Step up to open/close the centre where needed.
Who we're looking for:
We need someone who is friendly, efficient and who can juggle multiple tasks with ease.
Essential:
- Top-notch communication and interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated and a team player
- A positive can-do attitude
- Excellent at prioritising tasks to meet deadlines
- Attention to detail (especially with contracts and numbers)
- Confident with spreadsheets and basic accounting
- Able to say "no" when necessary to protect the Chief Executive's time
- Calm under pressure when multitasking
Desirable:
- Familiarity with Google Docs and Patronbase/Spectrix systems
- Experience developing and implementing operational systems
- Interest in the arts (bonus points if you're passionate about them!)
- Knowledge of HR, health & safety, and relevant laws
Who we're looking for:
We need someone who is friendly, efficient and who can juggle multiple tasks with ease.
Essential:
- Top-notch communication and interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated and a team player
- A positive can-do attitude
- Excellent at prioritising tasks to meet deadlines
- Attention to detail (especially with contracts and numbers)
- Confident with spreadsheets and basic accounting
- Able to say "no" when necessary to protect the Chief Executive's time
- Calm under pressure when multitasking
Desirable:
- Familiarity with Google Docs and Patronbase/Spectrix systems
- Experience developing and implementing operational systems
- Interest in the arts (bonus points if you're passionate about them!)
- Knowledge of HR, health & safety, and relevant laws
Your role at a glance:
- Be the Gatekeeper: Handle phone calls, emails, and visitors like a pro!
- Master of Meetings: Set up meetings, take minutes, and keep everyone in the loop.
- Support the Chief Executive: Research, collate information, and assist with reports and presentations.
- Organise Our Programming Administration: Liaise with agents and film distributors, send contracts, and manage invoicing.
- Keep the Lights On: Ensure utilities like gas, electricity, water, and phones are all up-to-date with the best deals.
- Manage the Team Admin: Oversee staff records, holiday schedules, and recruitment admin.
- Payroll Pro: Ensure staff and freelancers are paid accurately and on time.
- Governance Guru: Support the CEO with governance tasks
- Occasional Duty Manager: Step up to open/close the centre where needed.
Why you'll love it here:
At The Plough Arts Centre, no two days are the same! You'll be part of a creative and dynamic team that values your contributions and ideas. Plus, you'll e
To apply, please read our job description and based on our essential and desirable criteria write a cover letter about why you are the best candidate for this role (No longer than 2 sides of A4 please). Please email your cover letter and your C.V. to the Chief Executive: [email protected](link sends e-mail)