Administration Assistant Commercial

Since 1843, The Economist Group has championed independence, excellence and openness, helping people understand and tackle the critical challenges shaping the world. Today, we are building on that legacy as a global media and information-services company powered by digital innovation, analytical rigour and evidence-based insight.

Across our three businesses - The Economist, Economist Enterprise and Economist Education - we deliver trusted analysis and insights to individuals and organisations in more than 170 countries. United by a shared purpose to drive progress, we empower decision‑makers to make sense of change and chart a course through an increasingly complex world.

As a colleague, you will be part of a culture that values ideas, encourages ownership and holds itself to high standards. We invest in people who are curious, thoughtful and adaptable, whether they are launching new products, reporting on global events or harnessing emerging technologies such as AI to improve how we work. Here, fresh thinking is taken seriously, ambition is matched by integrity, and great work is recognised.

Working across disciplines, geographies and perspectives, we are united by a commitment to innovation, excellence and creating meaningful impact.

We are seeking an Admin Assistant to provide outstanding support for the office of the CEO. The role will report directly to our Senior Executive Assistant and work closely with the EA to CFO & CLO and the wider Executive Assistant team when time allows. This position is a role where the candidate will manage day‑to‑day administrative responsibilities including coordinating key meetings, guest management, booking travel, invoice and expense processing, event planning, corporate responsibility programmes and ad hoc tasks within the office.

The Admin Assistant will operate with the utmost discretion while working with highly confidential information.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. Use in‑depth knowledge of the Group’s businesses and contacts to deal efficiently with or refer enquiries.
• Invoice & Expense Management: Code and process invoices and expenses for various business groups including trademarks, marketing and group management. Manage expenses through People Soft, process invoices, support Nat West‑related administration and provide payment confirmations where required.
• Meeting & Event Coordination: Support the Executive Assistants with high‑level internal and external meetings, including refreshments, organising technical support, meeting supplies and guest management. Coordinate wider Group meetings, town halls, new joiner meetings, TEG Conversations and leadership community events. Provide scheduling support for senior stakeholders.
• Board Support: Provide administrative support for Board Meetings, Charity Board meetings and the Annual General Meeting. Assist with shareholder correspondence, shareholder letters, annual report activities and the production and distribution of bound copies.
• Travel Assistance: Coordinate travel bookings, visa applications and support for the Group travel programme, including new user set‑up, account maintenance and general travel enquiries.
• Corporate Responsibility & Charitable Trust Administration: Support The Economist Charitable Trust and related initiatives, including donation time matching processes, payment confirmations, volunteering programmes, Project Grants, Give As You Earn schemes and retiree engagement programmes.
• Event Planning & Office Engagement: Provide support for office events, seasonal celebrations and employee engagement initiatives. Coordinate venues, restaurant and catering suppliers, affinity group activities, social committee events, Christmas gifting and other internal events.
• Office Operations & Procurement: Manage office ordering and supplies, including catering requirements and supplier relationships. Support office operational initiatives and facilities coordination.
• Publishing & Communications Support: Assist with the administration and distribution of Cover Books, UK Covers, Economist Diaries, Annual Report…