At Talon, our mission is to unlock the full potential of out of home, making it more effective, creative, measurable and sustainable than ever.
We're passionate about OOH and are on a mission to drive the growth of this sector within the media industry. In just over a decade, our desire to offer intelligent, creative, technology-led OOH solutions and a full-service OOH offering saw us grow into a team of over 450+ people located in key cities across the globe. In that time, we have been awarded for our approach to our people, our clients and our industry. We hire the finest talent to help us unlock the full potential of the Out of Home (OOH) environment for our clients; and pride ourselves on the individuals who represent our business.
THE ROLE_
The PA is a key support position reporting to the UK Managing Director to ensure the smooth running of both the leadership team as well as the operating effectiveness of the office in general. This pivotal role will demand quick thinking, attention to detail and above all bags of enthusiasm.
A DAY IN THE LIFE_
No two days are ever the same in this dynamic role supporting the UK Managing Director and UK & Ireland Chair. From the moment the day begins, you'll need to be step ahead--juggling complex diary management, coordinating meetings, and ensuring seamless travel arrangements, both domestic and international. You will be the go-to for the UK Senior Leadership Team, offering ad hoc support and ensuring everything runs like clockwork.
You could be planning a creative team social with our Front of House and Office Coordinator, managing logistics for a high-profile client event, or preparing detailed agendas and presentations, in this role you will need to thrive on keeping things moving smoothly.
Beyond the day-to-day, you will manage our Front of House and Office Coordinator, champion sustainability initiatives, and collaborate with building facilities to maintain a vibrant, safe, and efficient workspace. Every task, big or small, will contribute to a culture of excellence and innovation at Talon.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR_
Prior experience of being PA to Senior Management
Office Management Experience essential
Line management experience is desirable
Experience managing outsourced facilities contracts
Exposure to DSE assessments would be desirable
Previous responsibility for H&S and fire safety in an office environment
Bold Skills
Ownership and initiative - proactively taking on projects and seeing through to completion, with little supervision and flawless execution
Positive, can-do attitude - willing and able to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities and demonstrating flexibility with an eager to help persona.
Desire to be an integral and central person for the UK business
Rigorous innovation to find the best way
Human Skills
Strong interpersonal skills including effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to actively listen
The ability to build strong relationships with people at all levels whilst maintaining diplomacy and discretion.
Outstanding attention to detail and proven problem-solving ability with the skill to anticipate team's needs
Smart Skills
Highly proficient in MS Office as well as having a high attention to detail and proof reading
Ability to set and implement priorities, manage multiple tasks to tight deadlines with high service levels.
Confidentiality - maintaining unquestionable confidentiality regarding financial, personnel and other information
Flexible approach to working
OUR TEAM_
As a people focused organisation, the Support Team are key to Talon. Our aim is to support the business by ensuring that the management and the work environment runs efficiently.
WHY US_
"The best thing about working at Talon is the space, time and expertise I've been given over the years to grow and develop my skills." Client Director at Talon
OUR VALUES AND HOW WE WORK TOGETHER_
WE ARE BOLD_
As industry provocateurs and pioneers, we respectfully challenge the status quo, take pride in our people, big ideas and partnerships.
We embrace change
We challenge respectfully
We lead the way
WE ARE HUMAN_
We are a diverse collective of changemakers who value respect, fairness, and integrity and expect the same in return.
We value collaboration and togetherness
We are empathetic
We embrace individuality
WE ARE SMART_
Our trailblazing spirit and learning centric culture ensures our knowledge provides maximum value to each other and our clients.
We grow and learn
We are trusted
We are mission possible
Talon is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek to employ and develop a workforce representative of the markets that we serve and brands that we represent.
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