Job Description

Vacancy No

VN2587

Location City

London

Location Country

United Kingdom

Job Title:

Team Assistant, Streaming

Reports to:

Head of Steaming and Content Strategy

Department:

Steaming and Content

Location:

London

Job grade:

P3

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Channel Management team is responsible for constructing the overall shape of content schedule plans for all channels within the C4 Portfolio - from generating long term programme strategy to building the current schedule for transmission. The team ensures that schedules are compliant with Ofcom regulation as well as meeting editorial and commercial objectives. The department plays a critical role within the company and maintains key relationships across most departments including Commissioning, Content Management, Programme Acquisition, Marketing, Press, Research and Insight, Advertising Sales, Partnerships, Legal and Compliance, Programme Finance and Business Affairs.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

This team assistant is a vital member of the Steaming and Content team; working closely with the Director of Steaming and Content Strategy and providing the highest level of support across a range of areas.

This role will also manage the diary for the Head of Acquisitions and work closely with Head of Channel Strategy and Planning and Head of Streaming Strategy. This role will need to ensure that the Director of Steaming and Content Strategy and the Head of Acquisitions are well prepared for all meetings and engagements, as well as being responsible for the smooth running of key departmental operations and events.



In addition, this Team Assistant is the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide the highest level of administrative support to the Director of Steaming and Content Strategy and Head of Acquisitions, including inbox and diary management, travel arrangements, as well as processing of invoices and expenses Act as gatekeeper for the Director of Steaming and Content Strategy and Head of Acquisitions, ensuring that all meeting and change requests are answered and correctly prioritised, and the days run to schedule. Arrange and coordinate internal and external meetings, including scheduling, organising rooms, welcoming guests, printing documents, checking equipment and booking catering (if required). Attending meetings and taking accurate minutes when required. Prioritise the workload and schedule of the Director of Steaming and Content Strategy and Head of Acquisitions, in line with Commissioning strategic priorities and goals First point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders. Working with Team Co-ordinator and other Team Assistant to organise all events, including departmental sessions, away days, and social events. Compose department-wide communications, with a well-defined tone and style. Assist with creation and distribution of reports, presentations and project plans as required. Prepare briefing notes in advance of all meetings after consulting with the relevant departments. Work closely with Genre Assistants and Programme Coordinators across the Commissioning floor, acting as a main point of contact for any queries to ensure the smooth running of the department. Work with HR to ensure smooth admin of confidential organisation items, such as staff changes, new joiners, and office space. Submit and track expenses and invoices on the company systems. Undertake all other reasonable administrative duties as needed. Highly confidential correspondence management and phone call screening for Director of Steaming and Content Strategy and Head of Acquisitions.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Previous experience in a demanding senior PA role, working with senior leaders. A pro-active, well-prepared, flexible multi-tasker, with great time-management - always delivering high quality on time. Great prioritisation & organisational skills, including the ability to understand the company strategy and convert that into an ability to prioritise workload & requests accordingly. Ability to manage a busy and often changing diary. Experience in creating presentations. Excellent verbal & written communication skills, and the ability to apply different styles depending on the need. A great networker, who understands culture and builds relationships easily, and can maintain excellent, collaborative working relationships even under challenging circumstances and timelines. Works well under pressure. Great Microsoft Office skills - Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Word & Excel. Complete discretion in managing confidential materials and issues. Prior experience in TV is not essential, but the ideal candidate will have a passion for TV and Channel 4 programming.

Basic salary per annum starting from

27,125.00

Application questions to complete

Please remember to complete the additional application questions by uploading a Word or PDF attachment. These questions really help us get to know you better and we won't be able to consider your application without them.

Please outline how you meet the 'Essential Experience & Skills' outlined in the (Max 500 words)

Benefits

There are a million reasons why it's great to work at Channel 4, here are just a few of the perks for you;




- Private medical insurance


- Free Virtual GP access for employees


- Free Female Health hormone test each year


- Free Tastecard membership


- Financial guidance 1-2-1's available each quarter


- Discounted Gym memberships


- Pension


- Life Assurance


- Income Protection


- Holiday Purchase

Hybrid working

From September 2023, C4 has operated a 60/40 working pattern, equating to three office days per week.


Having everyone in the office three days a week gives us more opportunity to build our high performing, inclusive culture; to collaborate and to learn and share with each other, as well as helping to coordinate a regular pattern of home and office working days. Employees then have the flexibility to decide where they spend the rest of the working week. All our offices are open five days a week.

Applications Close Date

09 Nov 2025

Equal Opportunities

Channel 4's purpose is to create change through entertainment; by representing unheard voices, challenging with purpose and delivering content which reflects the diversity of different communities across the UK.




We are only able to deliver on this remit by having a workforce rich in diversity of thought, background and lived experience. As an employer we encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on disability, age, gender reassignment, gender expression, criminal history, length of time spent unemployed, marriage or civil partnership status, national origin, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.




Disability Confident Scheme:


Channel 4 is a member of the Business Disability Forum (BDF) and has also maintained the highest level of the Department of Work and Pension's Disability Confident scheme - Level 3: Leader. Under the Disability Confident Scheme, we aim to offer an interview to all candidates who have a neurodiverse condition, impairment or long-term condition and who meet the essential criteria for an advertised job. If you wish your application to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, please select yes when completing the application questions. For more information, please visit the Disability Confident Campaign website.




For our roles and schemes that receive a high volume of applications it may not be possible to provide an interview to all applicants who meet the essential criteria and in this situation we can only select applications that best meet the skills needed for the role.




Care Leaver Friendly Employer:


Channel 4 is a Care Leaver Friendly Employer. By signing the Care Leaver Friendly Employer Charter and adopting its principles, we are supporting an immensely talented yet often under-served and under-represented community of young people/ adults. We commit to offering an interview (and constructive feedback) to applicants who identify as care experienced and meet the essential criteria for the role as outlined on the job description. Applicants should indicate if they wish to apply under our Care Leaver Scheme by selecting the option on the application form.




For our roles and schemes that receive a high volume of applications it may not be possible to provide an interview to all applicants who meet the essential criteria and in this situation we can only select applications that best meet the skills needed for the role.




Workplace Adjustments:


We are committed to providing disabled applicants a level playing field when applying for a job and support whilst employed to perform to the best of their ability and develop their careers. If you have a neurodiverse condition, impairment or long-term condition and require any adjustments, additional support or alternative arrangements during the recruitment and wish to discuss this confidentially, please let us know via the following e-mail recruitment@channel4.co.uk