Compassion in World Farming International is a global movement transforming the future of food and farming. Support global leadership and high-impact campaigns at the heart of efforts to end factory farming.Executive Assistant to Global Director - Campaigns & AdvocacyRole type: Part time (3 days a week or 22.5 hours per week); PermanentLocation: Godalming, UK (hybrid working pattern 1x day a week in the office)Salary: £28,000 - £33,000 FTE (Pro-rata) per annum (depending upon skills and experience) About the role As our Executive Assistant to the Global Director (Campaigns & Advocacy), you’ll play a pivotal role in enabling effective leadership across our global campaigns and advocacy work. You’ll provide high-quality administrative, organisational, and coordination support to ensure the Global Director can operate efficiently and focus on driving strategic impact.This is a varied and trusted role, combining diary management, event coordination, meeting support, and financial administration, alongside communications support As our Executive Assistant, you’ll be responsible for:
* Proactively managing and prioritising a complex Director-level diary
* Providing comprehensive administrative support, including correspondence, document production, and expense management
* Coordinating meetings, away days, and events, including in-person support where required
* Supporting financial and project administration processes, including purchase orders, invoices, and record-keeping
* Acting as a key liaison point for internal and external stakeholders
* Supporting the Global Director’s external activity, including speaking engagements and communications support
About youTo succeed in this role, you’ll need to be highly organised, proactive, and confident working with senior leaders. You will have outstanding attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage changing priorities while remaining calm and discreet. You will need to be able to work independently, while also collaborating closely with colleagues across a global organisation. Skills and experience you’ll need to bring as our Executive Assistant:
* Proven experience in administration, diary management, and event coordination
* Confidence supporting Director-level stakeholders
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong proofreading and attention to detail
* Experience managing expenses, invoices, and financial administration processes
* Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
* Experience using project management tools such as Trello or Asana
* Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
If you don’t meet every requirement but believe you could thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply.Why join usThis is a rewarding opportunity to work at the heart of a global organisation, supporting leadership that is driving real change for farmed animals worldwide.We offer a supportive, flexible workplace with a strong focus on wellbeing and development, including:
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro-rata)
* Health sash back plan and 24/7 GP access
* Employee assistance programme (EAP) and MHFA support
* Premium Calm App subscription
* Electric car scheme available
* Defined contribution pension scheme
* Enhanced discretionary sick pay
* Hybrid working model (role and location dependent)
* Free onsite parking and office next to mainline station
* Cycle benefit scheme and other savings options
* Ongoing learning and development opportunities
How to apply and key datesIf you’re ready to make a global impact, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining how you meet the Person Specification. To support a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we kindly ask that you do not include a photo in your CV. Please note that we may begin interviews on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. Closing date: Thursday 11 June 12 PM1st Stage (Teams) Interview: Monday 29 June2nd Stage (Face to Face at HQ) Interview, with task: Thursday 2 JulyAs part of Stage 1 interviews, shortlisted candidates may receive pre-shared, values-based interview questions to support a positive candidate experience. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, we’re always happy to support candidates.About CompassionCompassion in World Farming International is a leading global organisation working to end factory farming. Founded in 1967 by British farmer Peter Roberts, we’ve spent over 50 years driving change, successfully campaigning to ban cruel practices such as barren battery cages, veal crates, and sow stalls across the UK and Europe.Our work combines advocacy, campaigning, and collaboration with policymakers and businesses to promote animal welfare and sustainable food systems. We envision a future where animals are treated with compassion, and farming supports both people and the planet. To comply with legal requirements in the UK and internationally, all applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the country where the role is based. Compassion in World Farming is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We value diversity and live experience and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.REF-228 586