Executive Assistant - (12 M Maternity Cover)

About the Position

Executive Assistant - (12 M Maternity Cover)

London, England, United Kingdom

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. 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.

We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise. 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.

For more information, visit WPP.com.

Responsibilities

• Proactive diary management across multiple time zones, working to understand leadership priorities and to ensure their schedules reflect these weekly; also knowing this may be subject to urgent change.
• The main point of contact for all meeting coordination; liaise directly across the ET team and WPP company – from our newest employee to the most senior people.
• Support the Directors in timely preparation of materials for meetings and presentations; being one step ahead as we move across different workstreams and priorities.
• Organize and coordinate meetings, build relevant agendas, and ensure cadence of meetings, relevant content, and actions are followed through.
• Support the production of any confidential information as required with absolute discretion, working in a position of high trust.
• Coordination of all travel and logistics, e.g., flights and accommodation, etc.
• Responsible for preparation and submission of expenses, managing holidays, and sickness calendar.
• Help with the organization of key events such as internal meetings, offsite sessions, private dinners, and Town Halls.
• Provide cover for other executive assistants in the team when needed.

Requirements

• Complete discretion when dealing with confidential information.
• Demonstrated experience - show a passion for the importance, know where we still have fun but need to be a little more formal at times.
• Fast-paced and proficient execution of tasks.
• Excellent communication skills, communicating to all – regardless of position.
• Enthusiastic and can-do approach to work.
• Experience of working in social media would be advantageous.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.

About the Company

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. 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.

We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise. 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.

For more information, visit WPP.com.

We Offer

• 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?

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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