Company
Banijay stands as the largest international content producer and distributor; home to over 120 production companies across 22 territories, and a multi-genre catalogue boasting over 88,000 hours of original standout programming.
A collective of creative entrepreneurs, the group represents some of the biggest global brands including MasterChef (BBC One), SAS Rogue Heroes (BBC One), Starstruck (ITV), The Playlist (Netflix), Tipping Point (ITV), Ambulance (BBC One), Pointless (BBC One), Good Karma Hospital (ITV), Location, Location, Location (Channel 4), Your Home Made Perfect (BBC Two), Hunted (Channel 4) and many more. Imagining and delivering high-quality multi-genre IP that was born locally and travels globally, the business offers the best stories told the best way.
Built on independence, creative freedom, entrepreneurialism and commercial acumen, the company, launched in 2008, operates under the direction of Chief Executive Officer, Marco Bassetti.
RDF is one of the biggest production companies in the UK. It has offices in West London and Bristol. Founded in 1993, it has established an outstanding reputation for producing popular and innovative programmes across programming genres of Entertainment, Factual Entertainment, Documentaries, Daytime and Features. RDF is the producer of Tipping Point (ITV), Only Connect (BBC) and Dickinson’s Real Deal (ITV). RDF has also produced The Crystal Maze (Channel 4), Eat Well For Less? (BBC) and Shipwrecked (Channel 4).
About the role
PA to MD & Senior Team and Departmental Assistant to ensure smooth running of the office.
Main Tasks & Responsibilities
The role to include (but not limited to)
- Diary/meeting planning MD & senior team
- Desk management & floor planning – new productions/developments
- Updating holiday & office attendance tracker
- Organising logistics for Away Days, Talent Meetings, Commissioner & Talent pitches/lunches
- Planning and overseeing office/social events
- General overview of office (stationery, filing, IT etc.)
- Prepping pitch materials/ buying props for development projects & run throughs
- Reconciling expenses
- Overseeing RDF Social Media
- Supporting us in administering a vibrant office culture, that makes RDF a creative and inspiring place to work
Skills & Qualifications
- Exceptionally well organised
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Good multi-tasker and forward thinker
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work with speed, accuracy, and confidentiality
- Friendly and approachable manor with a can-do attitude
- Excellent knowledge of Outlook, and all Microsoft Programs
Reporting to: Head of Production, RDF
Contract Type: Fixed Term 12 month contract
Location: Shepherd’s Bush, London, UK
We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise. There is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.
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Banijay UK is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to providing a creative and inspirational home for all people.
It’s fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing.
We are creative, respectful, brave and diverse. That’s why we want to offer everyone new opportunities to match their ambitions.
Check out our career opportunities here and join our talented teams around the Group.
If you like growth and working with happy, enthusiastic ambitious people, you’ll enjoy your career with us!
Deadline
14th February 2023
Banijay UK
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