Job Description
Job Title: Assistant to Chief Financial & Operations Officer and HR & Communications Director
Contract: Permanent
Reporting to: Chief Financial & Operations Officer
Location: Pacific Quay
Salary: £27,030 - £31,800 dependent on experience
ABOUT US
STV is Scotland’s leading platform for audiences and advertisers and a global content powerhouse. On-air, STV reaches more than 70% of Scottish adults every month through its TV channel - the largest commercial channel in Scotland - and streaming service, STV Player, which is also available across the rest of the UK. STV has expanded its audience even further by introducing an audio division, with STV Radio - a major new Scotland-focused commercial radio station – which launched at the start of 2026.
From bases across the UK, STV’s content production arm, STV Studios, creates world-class entertainment for UK and international networks and streamers, including Apple TV+ drama Criminal Record, BBC police drama Blue Lights and Sky’s Amadeus, as well entertainment formats like Catchphrase and Bridge of Lies.
THE ROLE
This is a critical business support role, providing high-quality, proactive administrative support to a wide range of activities within and associated with the Company’s Executive Office. The post holder will fulfil the role of Executive Assistant to both the Chief Financial & Operating Officer and HR & Communications Director. The role requires sound judgement, discretion, confidence in communicating with a wide range of external and internal stakeholders and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-profile environment. Key aspects of the role are:
* Personal Assistant to the Chief Financial & Operating Officer and HR & Communications Director: Delivering comprehensive, trusted executive PA support to the CF&OO and HR & Communications Director.
* Confidentiality & Governance: The role requires regular access to highly sensitive information relating to corporate strategy, financial performance and Board matters. Absolute discretion and adherence to governance, compliance and data protection obligations are essential.
* Support/cover for the Executive Assistant to the CEO and Chair: Ensuring seamless operation of the CEO and Chair’s offices, with particular focus on diary coordination, meeting logistics, confidential communications and general administrative support with associated corporate teams including Finance, Company Secretarial and Communications & PR.
* Administrative support to the Communications team: Supporting through efficient and timely preparation of internal and external communications documents, event logistics, and related activities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Personal Assistant to the Chief Financial & Operating Officer and HR & Communications Director
* Provide comprehensive executive PA support to the CF&OO and HR & Communications Director, including diary management, travel arrangements, expenses and meeting coordination.
* Assist with management of complex diaries, ensuring effective prioritisation and coordination across multiple internal and external stakeholders.
* Manage correspondence and information flow, ensuring timely responses and robust organisation of records.
* Prepare high-quality documents, presentations and briefing materials for internal, board and external meetings.
Support/cover for the Executive Assistant to the CEO and Chair
* Act as a trusted deputy as required, providing confidential day-to-day administrative support to the CEO and Chair
* Act as a professional point of contact for the CEO and Chair’s Office, handling enquiries with discretion and diplomacy.
* Manage confidential correspondence and ensure accurate record-keeping in line with governance and data protection requirements.
General & Cross-Role Responsibilities
* Support investor, analyst and adviser engagements, including logistics and preparation of materials where required.
* Provide events management support to the Communications & PR team to support the Company stakeholder engagement activities.
* Coordinate logistics for Executive and Board-related meetings, including agendas, papers, action tracking and follow-up.
* Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality, professionalism and integrity.
* Build strong, effective working relationships across the organisation.
* Act calmly and decisively under pressure, managing shifting priorities with minimal supervision.
* Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes and ways of working.
* Assist in any other aspects of work of the Company as reasonably required.
SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES
* Outstanding organisational and diary management skills.
* Strong written and verbal communication, with the ability to produce clear, concise documentation and professional, polished and confident in dealings with senior stakeholders.
* High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
* Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
* Confident stakeholder management at executive and board level.
* Advanced IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
* Discreet, trustworthy and emotionally intelligent.
* High level of self-initiative with strong problem solving skills.
* Proactive and resilient, with the ability to adapt effectively to change.
* Ability to remain calm under pressure, applying sound judgement.
EXPERIENCE
* Demonstrable experience supporting senior executives (Executive Committee or Board level).
* Experience working in a complex, regulated or PLC environment desirable.
* Exposure to board and committee processes and governance frameworks advantageous.
BENEFITS
There are plenty of reasons why it’s great to work at STV, here are just a few of the perks for you:
* 25 days’ paid annual leave and 9 public holidays per annum, with the option to buy more through our Holiday Extras scheme.
* An extra day’s holiday on your birthday.
* Healthcare cash plan providing Company contributions towards dental, optical, wellbeing or other healthcare costs.
* Company pension contribution.
* Cycle to Work scheme.
* Season ticket travel loan.
* Access to occupational health service.
* Flexible benefits portal providing a range of retail and gym discounts.
APPLY
To apply please email a full CV & cover letter to hr@stv.tv by 4 May 2026.
STV Group plc is an equal opportunities employer committed to valuing and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates underrepresented in our industry, so we are keen to hear from ethnically diverse talent and people that identify as disabled, deaf and/or neurodivergent. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to offering an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role.
Please let us know if you have any access requirements to support your application by emailing hr@stv.tv.