Chief of Staff to the CEO

1 week ago


Abingdon, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Informa PLC Full time
Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Chief of Staff to join the team and support our newly appointed CEO. This role plays a vital support function to the new CEO of Taylor & Francis Group, actively contributing to the successes of the group through adept project management, thorough data analysis, pro-active follow up, and fostering relationships among key stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate closely with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and other stakeholders in the design, communication, and delivery of the relevant business strategy, ensuring these are executed successfully.
  • Proactively engage in driving delivery of key initiatives and projects, responding to business requests, and contributing to the development and tracking of objectives and priorities.
  • Maintain a rigorous follow-up process, driving for timely completion of actions and activities, providing regular updates to the required stakeholders.
  • Champion a culture of innovation, creative thinking, and driving initiatives to explore and implement novel solutions that propel the organization forward in a rapidly evolving landscape.
  • Facilitate close collaboration and coordination with T&F's business groups and across various Informa divisions and functions to maximize synergies and leverage resources effectively.
  • Manage the agenda and annual calendar of ELT meetings in partnership with the Executive Assistant to the CEO, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and priorities.
  • Collaborate with the ELT to create/develop presentations for board meetings and other senior stakeholder groups, representing key projects and conveying strategic insights effectively.
  • Track and monitor business requests, as well as the development and progress of objectives and priorities within the CEO office.
  • Ensure oversight of projects that may not neatly fit within specific departments or that fall between departments or leadership areas of responsibility, maintaining oversight and momentum of cross-functional goals.
  • Act as a researcher and analyst, gathering business insights from a variety of data sources to inform strategic decision-making and provide valuable business and people related information.
  • Consolidate strategic insights into compelling presentations and documents to be presented at quarterly meetings, enabling informed discussions and driving organizational alignment and action.

Qualifications:

  • Exceptional oral, written, and presentation communication skills, enabling effective interaction across various channels and stakeholders.
  • Demonstrate the ability to strategically influence and motivate to ensure the achievement of exceptional results.
  • Ability to swiftly adapt to recalibrate strategies when necessary while thriving under pressure and adeptly prioritize important tasks. Have a proven history of accomplishing objectives with minimal supervision.
  • Possess a high EQ coupled with strong interpersonal and influencing skills to foster collaboration and unite individuals towards shared objectives.
  • Working knowledge of Academic Publishing and a strong understanding of Informa's operations.
  • Proven track record of successfully engaging with senior management, showcasing the ability to communicate effectively at C-Suite level.
  • Aptitude for analytical thinking and readiness to take ownership of high-level initiatives.
  • Hold intellectual curiosity and refined research capabilities to navigate and comprehend complex information and data insights.
  • Be highly numerate, with a skill set to interpret and analyze budgets, project plans & financial targets.
  • Initiative-driven mindset, with a propensity for independent problem-solving.
  • Proficient in digital skills with knowledge of modern business communication and analytical platforms.

Additional Information:

  • An excellent work/life balance with a fantastic, flexible working culture.
  • 25 days annual leave per year
  • 3 additional discretionary days off during the holiday season at the end of the year
  • 4 paid volunteering days each year
  • AXA Medical
  • Employee assistance program – offering 24/7 well-being support
  • Bonus and commission (if applicable)
  • Share Match – Plan that matches every share purchased with two free shares.
  • Pension scheme
  • Life assurance, plus optical and medical care.

Closing Date: Tuesday 12th June 2024

This role is a hybrid working model and travel to Taylor & Francis offices will be required.



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