Personal Assistant

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an organized and proactive PA to join a fast paced, exciting organization; a leader in the VFX industry, supporting our senior management team.

As a PA you will provide an efficient and responsive administrative, organizational and logistical service to the management team, helping them to manage and prioritize their time. You will be responsible for multiple diaries while liaising and working with the TA/PA groups across our global studios ensuring meetings with the team are well taken care of, and meeting rooms are adequately prepared. You will be required to set up Polycom, Zoom and Conference call lines in advance of any international calls. You’ll undertake general administrative and typing tasks as necessary including; taking minutes during meetings, circulating notes, creating supporting documentation and updating relevant systems.

This position has varied and exciting tasks, which includes but is not limited to; scheduling diaries and planning meetings, booking international and domestic travel, ad hoc project work such as organizing company events, supporting the Marketing and Communications team, chairing the Social Committee, as well as coordination of Senior Management team projects. This role will see you guiding and supporting the PA/TA team while acting as an ambassador of DNEG at all times.

Must Have:

• Experience in an administration/ executive assistant/ team assistant role in a fast-paced environment requiring tact, good judgment and discretion in handling internal contacts.
• Extensive diary management experience.
• Previous experience in supporting senior managers.
• Previous experience of working in a highly confidential environment and having to exercise absolute discretion.
• Previous travel booking experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office at intermediate level or above and be a proficient Mac user.
• Experience in using different e-mail platforms.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and help organize others.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to professionally represent the senior management team.

Nice to Have:

• Experience working within the creative or tech industries
• Event management

About You:

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to filter information and assess priorities.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships at all levels, including during difficult or challenging circumstances.
• Ability to think ahead and anticipate needs before they arise.
• Professional and discreet, able to deal with confidential or sensitive matters.
• Confident and able work on own initiative and with limited supervision.
• Flexible and willing to work outside of core hours when necessary.
• Polite and friendly.

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The base salary range for this full-time, permanent position is $40,000 to $50,000. DNEG salary ranges are determined by function, department, level and location. An individual's pay within a given range is determined by their transferrable or job-related skills and work experience. Salary ranges are modified from time to time based on external market data collected through our third-party surveys.

About Us

We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 9,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).

At DNEG, we fundamentally believe that embracing our differences is a vital component of our collective success. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive work environment for our global teams, where everyone feels they matter and belong. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of background, experience or disability. Please let us know if you need any adjustments or support during the application process, we will do our best to accommodate your needs. We look forward to meeting you!