Executive Assistant to Chief People Officer (CPO)
About this role
What you'll bring to the team
Executive Assistant to Chief People Officer (CPO)
Location: London, Arbor
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent, salaried
We’re looking for an exceptional Executive Assistant to partner with our Chief People Officer (CPO) and support the People Leadership Team. This is a high-impact role at the heart of a fast-paced, global organisation, where you’ll act as a trusted right hand, ensuring seamless coordination of priorities, communications, and operations.
This is not a traditional EA role. You’ll bring a modern, tech-forward approach, leveraging AI tools, digital platforms, and data insights to enhance productivity, improve decision-making, and elevate the overall effectiveness of the People function.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing a complex and ever changing diary, travel, and priorities
- Acting as a gatekeeper and key liaison across internal and external stakeholders
- Preparing high quality presentations, reports, and board materials
- Supporting meetings end-to-end, including coordination, materials, and follow-ups
- Partnering with the wider People Leadership Team to drive efficiency and collaboration
- Using AI and digital tools to analyse information, summarise insights, and streamline workflows
Qualifications & Experience
- Proven experience supporting senior executives in a fast-paced, global environment
- Experience coordinating complex international travel and working with senior stakeholders, including Board-level exposure
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple demands
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail
- Highly proficient in Microsoft 365 (especially PowerPoint and Teams)
- Comfortable using AI tools (e.g. Copilot, ChatGPT) to enhance productivity and insight generation
- Confident creating polished, high-impact presentations from scratch
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted relationships
- High levels of discretion, professionalism, and sound judgement
Benefits
- A competitive annual salary
- 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- ‘Enjoy the Ride’ Merlin Annual Passes - 6 in total per year, 1 for you, plus 5 to gift to loved ones!
- Merlin Magic Pass - 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all of our Merlin Attractions across the world rising to 40 after a year’s service
- Company bonus
- Private pension scheme
- 40% discount online off LEGO
- 25% discount in our on-site retail shops and restaurants
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Plus, many more…
Pay Range
CompetitiveFrequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Executive Assistant to Chief People Officer (CPO) role at uk-merlinentertainments?
The listed salary for this Executive Assistant to Chief People Officer (CPO) position at uk-merlinentertainments is GBP 41K–68K/yr. This is an FULL TIME role.
Where is the Executive Assistant to Chief People Officer (CPO) position at uk-merlinentertainments located?
This Executive Assistant to Chief People Officer (CPO) role at uk-merlinentertainments is based in Greater London-London, UK. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Executive Assistant to Chief People Officer (CPO) role at uk-merlinentertainments full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Executive Assistant to Chief People Officer (CPO) role at uk-merlinentertainments.
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When was the Executive Assistant to Chief People Officer (CPO) job at uk-merlinentertainments posted?
This Executive Assistant to Chief People Officer (CPO) position at uk-merlinentertainments was posted on Jun 9, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Executive Assistant to Chief People Officer (CPO)
uk-merlinentertainments · 💰 GBP 41K–68K/yr
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