Executive Assistant

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We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. 
 
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Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. 
 
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About WPP Open X

WPP Open X is a ground-breaking, bespoke agency model designed exclusively for The Coca-Cola Company (TCCC). This innovative structure brings together the best talent and capabilities from across the WPP network to deliver unparalleled creativity, strategic insight, and operational excellence. Our mission is to redefine the agency-client partnership, fostering a culture of deep collaboration, agility, and measurable impact.

Why we're hiring:

WPP Open X is seeking a highly organised, proactive, and exceptionally skilled Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to our senior executives. This pivotal role requires an individual who thrives in a fast-paced, demanding environment, adept at managing diverse administrative tasks both independently and collaboratively.  This office-based position will be primarily based at WPP's Sea Containers House in London, with an expected presence of at least 3 – 4 days per week.

What you'll be doing:

You will be essential in ensuring the smooth operation of executive functions, demonstrating flexibility, composure, and a proactive approach even under pressure. The ideal candidate possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and sound decision-making abilities, whilst always upholding the utmost professionalism and confidentiality. This role would suit a highly organised individual who excels in fast-paced environments and is eager to contribute to a dynamic global team.

• Provide high-level administrative support to WPP Open X executives, ensuring their schedules and operations run seamlessly.
• Proactively manage complex executive calendars, strategically optimising time and anticipating demands.
• Arrange comprehensive domestic and international travel, including detailed logistics and visa procurement.
• Proactively identify opportunities to develop and optimise internal administrative processes to enhance overall efficiency and productivity within the team.
• Manage executive expense reporting, ensuring accuracy and strict adherence to company policies Maintain continuous awareness of ongoing task progress, providing regular updates and communicating timelines effectively to relevant stakeholders.
• Prepare, edit, and format various documents, reports, and presentations with precision and a high level of quality, often under tight deadlines.
• Organise and compile comprehensive briefing materials for a range of engagements, including internal meetings, client presentations, external conferences, and speaking engagements, ensuring executives are thoroughly prepared.
• Assist in the seamless coordination and execution of key events such as industry gatherings, internal team meetings, offsite sessions, private dinners, and corporate hospitality events, from planning to post-event follow-up.

What you'll need:

• Proven Executive Assistant Experience: Demonstrable track record in a similar high-level support role, ideally within a dynamic creative or agency environment, adept at managing complex executive needs.
• Advanced Technical Proficiency: Mastery of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strategic Organisation & Prioritisation: Exceptional ability to manage complex calendars, master multitasking, and strategically prioritise demanding workloads with meticulous attention to detail.
• Impactful Communication: Confident, articulate, and professional communicator, adept at engaging and influencing personnel at all levels, including senior leadership, clients, and global partners.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to build and nurture strong working relationships with diverse stakeholders, including TCCC clients, internal teams across WPP Open X and the broader WPP network. Possess a deep understanding of the organisational ecosystem to facilitate seamless collaboration.
• Proactive Problem-Solving: A solutions-oriented mindset with keen foresight, capable of anticipating needs and proactively resolving issues with unwavering accuracy.
• Unwavering Professionalism & Discretion: Exhibits the highest degree of professionalism, responsibility, and reliability, with an absolute commitment to confidentiality.
• Adaptability & Collaboration: Highly flexible with a positive, 'can-do' attitude, thriving in fast-paced environments, capable of independent action and seamless team collaboration.

Who you are:

You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.

You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.

You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.

 

What we'll give you:

Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.

Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.

Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?

#LI-Hybrid 

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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