Job Description

PA to Managing Editor Capital FM and Capital Dance

Reporting of the role

This role reports to Managing Editor Capital and Capital Dance

Overview of job

To support the Managing Editor in all aspects of his role, collaborating closely with colleagues and key industry contacts to make sure the Capital and Capital Dance Radio brands run as seamlessly and effectively as possible.

3 best things about the job

• You will play a key role in an exciting, fast paced, world-class team.

• You’ll build up a fantastic network of key relationships, both across Global and externally

• You’ll help orchestrate and be a part of some of the most exciting events and moments in British broadcasting!

Measures of success –

In the first few months, you would have:

• Started to build great relationships with key team members and heads of departments.

• You will have a strong grasp of key duties like diary management, invoices and contract management

• You will be playing a key role in the planning and organisation of the Capital and Capital Dance teams’ weekly routines!

Responsibilities of the role

• You will be super-organised, with a consistent track record in handling a busy diary

• Your astute approach will mean you’re able to make the right decisions on behalf of the Managing Editor, Capital and Capital Dance, playing a central role in ensuring their time is handled effectively

• You’ll prepare presenter invoices and send these to finance to be paid in a timely fashion

• As the person who runs the guest list for our external events, you’ll demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, and will be totally at ease when dealing with high-profile VIP's

• You’re someone who’s adept at prioritising a variety of tasks, and who really knows how to prioritise

• Although a knowledge of the music we play is not essential, an awareness of our marketplace and Capital brand would be advantageous

• You’ll be responsible for booking rooms and travel for meetings, as well as ordering refreshments

• As PA to the Managing Editor, you’ll be a vital part of our Broadcasting and Content team. With that in mind, the successful candidate is someone who can contribute great ideas to the wider Capital family, be it in relation to on-air, digital, social media, live events, or the commercial side of our business

What will you need

The ideal candidate will be proactive and willing to develop and implement innovative solutions, capable of the following:

• We’re looking for someone personable, honest and confident, who possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills

• You’ll be highly organised – and in this role, confidentiality is key. As the person who sees everything to do with Capital and Capital Dance, you will be thoroughly discreet and professional

• You’re someone for whom the phrase “calm under pressure” was invented. You’ll thrive on the fast-paced environment that comes with working at Europe’s largest music and entertainment company; you’ll also be unflappable

• You will be a fantastic ambassador for Global. Warm, welcoming, witty and polite, you’ll give a brilliant impression to everyone you encounter

• You’re straight-talking and candid, especially when it comes to protecting the Managing Editor’s time. Where vital, you’re not afraid of confrontation, especially when you know it’s for the right reasons.

Everyone is welcome at Global

Just like our media and entertainment platforms are for everyone, so are our workplaces. We know that we can’t possibly serve our diverse audiences without first nurturing and celebrating it in our people and that’s why we work hard to create an inclusive culture for everyone. We believe that different will set us apart, so no matter what you look like, where you come from or what your favourite radio station is, we want to hear from you.

Although we cannot make guarantees, we welcome conversations about flexible working for all roles at Global