Job Description

Please note that in order to be considered for this role, you must apply through the RAD's external recruitment portal

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An exciting opportunity for a highly organised, proactive and discreet professional to support the CEO of the RAD

About us

The Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) is a global leader in dance education and training. Our mission is to promote the art of dance and ensure its development through diverse and inclusive dance education and training programmes across the world, nurturing creativity, innovation, artistry and excellence. Through dance we can enrich lives and transform communities.

With a purpose-built global headquarters in Wandsworth / Battersea, London, the RAD has a presence in over 80 countries and 35 offices around the world. Established in 1920, the RAD was granted a Royal Charter in 1935. The RAD is a registered charity, a higher education establishment and an awarding body.

About the role

As the CEO's representative, you will engage closely with directors and staff across the RAD, both in the UK and internationally, projecting a warm, friendly, and professional approach. You will report directly to the CEO and work as part of a private office team alongside the Head of Governance.

Your primary goal is to ensure the smooth running of the CEO's office and provide administrative support to the Board of Trustees. This role requires good organisational skills, professionalism, and the ability to work proactively.

The Executive Assistant will be responsible for ensuring the CEO operates effectively by managing her busy diary and email inbox. This includes arranging UK and international travel and acting as a central point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including international offices and Board members. A key part of the role is acting as secretary to the monthly Executive Board, which involves agreeing agendas, commissioning papers, preparing minutes, and following up on all actions. The EA will also work with the Head of Governance to provide administrative support for the Board of Trustees and related committees, including logistics, maintaining records, and managing trustee processes.

We are looking for someone who:

Has proven experience in an Executive Assistant role, ideally within an organisation of a similar size, and preferably with an international reach. Exceptional organisational skills with good attention to detail and excellent administrative skills. Strong interpersonal skills with a positive, helpful manner, and the ability to build trusted relationships at all levels while maintaining confidentiality. Strong written and oral communication skills, with experience preparing succinct, clear papers and minutes. Experience of juggling varied workloads and relationships, and the ability to prioritise effectively.
We are passionate about providing a positive workplace culture. Staff discounts on dance and fitness classes and wellbeing resources, plus events and volunteering opportunities enhance the RAD experience, as well as a range of lunchtime activities including book club, dance, Pilates and a craft club.

We also offer 25 days paid holiday (pro rata) plus bank holidays and a birthday day off, contributory pension scheme, access to the Perkbox discounts platform - including an Employee Assistance Programme, WeCare scheme, health cash plan and life assurance.

Due to the nature of the RAD's work, the successful candidate will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applications which do not include a full employment history, and reference details will not be taken forward to the shortlisting stage.

All colleagues are required to promote and safeguard the welfare of children they are responsible for, or come into contact with, and to adhere to and ensure compliance with the RADs Safeguarding Policy at all times.

We encourage and welcome applications from people with a disability, people from minority ethnic backgrounds, and people from the LGBTQIA+ community.

Please let us know if you have any access needs for the interview.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and bring relevant documents if invited to attend an interview. We are unable to sponsor people under the Skilled Worker scheme.

No agencies please.

OUR VALUES;

WE ARE

Exceptional Together - working collaboratively to achieve exceptional outcomes. Creative Innovators - at the forefront of new artistic ideas and approaches. Champions of wellbeing - providing a supportive environment and promoting the wellbeing of the dance community. Open to all - removing barriers to participation. Happy to help - providing excellent customer service and being helpful and friendly.

To find out more about the RAD please visit our website:

https://www.royalacademyofdance.org/

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 48,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person