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PA to SVP Operations & Finance Director - media

Location
West London, London
Salary
£40,000 - £45,000 per annum
Sector
Business Support Jobs
Type
Office-based
Contract Type
Temporary
Job Ref
BBBH113646
Posted
Jun 30, 2026
Expiry
Jul 28, 2026
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Handle are proud to partner with a global leader in media & entertainment, who wish to appoint a highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant. This is a temporary contract for 3 months, with view to transfer to permanent thereafter.

Our client is seeking an experienced PA with a minimum of 3 years' experience supporting senior executives and wider teams within a fast-paced environment. Recent experience in media, entertainment, or the creative industries is highly desirable, and candidates must be comfortable working full-time from the office (West London).

This is a critical support role, enabling the smooth day-to-day operation of senior leadership. The successful candidate will provide high-level administrative, organisational, and operational support, requiring exceptional discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with confidence.

The ideal candidate will be adaptable, self-sufficient, commercially aware, and comfortable working across finance, operations, and creative teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage complex diaries, scheduling internal and external meetings across multiple time zones
  • Act as a key point of contact between the SVP and senior stakeholders, both internally and externally
  • Screen calls, emails, and correspondence, responding or escalating as appropriate
  • Assist with the preparation of board papers and prepare presentations
  • Support procurement and contract administration, including proof-reading and arranging signatures
  • Coordinate with suppliers and support related administration as required
  • Track key deadlines, actions, and deliverables to ensure timely follow-up
  • Arrange travel, manage expenses, and support reconciliation in line with company policies
  • Assist with company events, including annual summer and Christmas parties
  • Coordinate cross-functional projects and ensure actions are followed through
  • Handle highly sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion

Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience as a PA or Executive Assistant supporting senior leadership
  • Experience within media, entertainment, or the creative industries
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • High level of discretion and professionalism
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
  • Experience working across AI platforms and confidence adapting to new systems and software

Personal Attributes

  • Proactive and solutions-focused
  • Calm and effective under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Highly detail-oriented with strong follow-through
  • Professional, adaptable, and confident engaging with senior stakeholders
  • Strong commercial awareness and genuine interest in the media industry

 

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

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