Executive and Office Assistant Organisation Chance to Shine Foundation Salary £28,000 - £32,000 Location London Contract type Permanent (Full time) Closing date 17 July 2025 Interview date 30 July 2025 Job Description 1. About Chance to ShineWe are Chance to Shine: a children’s charity dedicated to harnessing the power of cricket to transform the life prospects of young people in the UK.It is our mission that all young people have the opportunity to play, learn and develop through cricket. We want them to learn a love of the game and to find a sense of belonging through the sport, developing their wider wellbeing and life skills to help fulfil their potential. Established in 2005, we have a long-term track record of delivery in state schools and under-served communities, bringing best-in-class cricket programmes to young people aged 5 to 24 who might not otherwise have the opportunity to play. All our programmes are completely free for everyone involved, from schools and community groups to young people and their families. 2. Purpose of the RoleWe are looking for a full time (37.5hrs per week) Executive and Office Assistant to support the Finance and Resources team at Chance to Shine. The Finance and Resources team provide day to day support to all departments in the charity and trading subsidiary, Chance to Shine Enterprises Ltd, around finance, office, governance, HR and general administration. The role is expected to be largely in person in our central London office.3. Key ResponsibilitiesThe Executive and Office Assistant’s responsibilities are in three areas: Office Administration: • Act as ‘front of house’ for visitors and guests and be first point of contact for telephone enquiries and ensure the office space is fully operational.• Monitor the charity inbox and respond to general enquiries.• Oversee and monitor the Office and Administration budget.• Liaise with the office landlord, regarding the general office space, car-parking, meeting rooms and staff access. • Help manage offsite storage space.• Administer IT support processes, first point of contact for IT support issues and managing IT supplier contracts; and administering staff IT requirements.• Maintain up to date shared document area on sharepoint.• Act as Health and Safety Officer responsible for all Health and Safety matters, and attend training as necessary.Executive Support • Support the CEO and Senior Management Team (SMT) on organising and following up internal meetings, Board meetings and company wide initiatives.• Provide governance support to the CEO, Director of Finance and Resources and Trustees.• Take the minutes/key actions of Board and Committee meetings.• Support on the onboarding and induction of new Trustees.• Maintain Trustees’ register of interest.• Deliver ad hoc administrative support for the CEO and Finance & Resources Department. • Ad hoc support at Chance to Shine events, such as fundraisers, media events and competitions. HR Support• Administrative support to the HR Manager for HR processes, including drafting letters, maintaining employee records and recruitment processes. • Support the induction of new employees to CTS.• Support the HR Manager with administering staff benefits, organisational training and annual appraisal process.4. Key relationshipsThe job holder will liaise with: • Director of Finance and Resources• CEO• Senior Management Team• HR Manager• Trustees• External contractors, landlords, volunteers and suppliers• Operations, Fundraising, Communications & Digital and Impact & Evaluation teams 5. Skills, knowledge & personal competenciesThe job holder should be able to demonstrate the following:• Excellent IT skills: knowledge and experience of using MS Office 365 and in particular Outlook and Teams• Strong administrative skills and attention to detail• Able to plan and prioritise and work under pressure • Excellent written and verbal communication skills• Understands the importance of confidentiality• Able to work on own initiative-confident/self-starter/finisher• An effective and enthusiastic team player• Approachable, easy-going and helpful team member• Willingness to learn with a can do attitude• Enthusiasm to embrace Chance to Shine values: Inspiring, ambitious, trusted, inclusive and fun6. Experience & qualificationsEssential:• Minimum of one year’s experience in a high volume, fast paced administrative role in a similar sized organisation• Experience of working in customer facing role• Experience in working in a small team with demonstrable flexibility and adaptability to support team deliverablesDesirable:• Experience in an office or executive support role• Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations or a willingness to train• Experience working in a charity• Experience in taking meeting minutes How to apply Please apply through our website: https://chancetoshine.pinpointhq.com/#js-careers-jobs-block Share X LinkedIn Email