Regional Management Assistant

Newsquest Media Group; Swindon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media and marketing company is seeking a proactive Executive Assistant to support regional operations in Swindon. This role involves coordinating compliance, managing office facilities, and providing PA support to senior leaders. The position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career progression in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Statutory pension

25 days paid holiday

Comprehensive training and career progression

Discounted gym memberships

Mental health support

Annual volunteer day

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment.
• IOSH qualification is advantageous; training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Health & Safety compliance across sites.
• Manage office facilities, suppliers, and equipment needs.
• Provide PA support to Commercial and Sales Directors.

Skills

Highly organized

Detail-focused

Proactive

Excellent communicator

Strong IT skills

Ability to multitask

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join LOCALiQ – Where Innovation Meets Community

At LOCALiQ, we’re a fast-moving media and marketing business with a strong local presence, backed by Newsquest Media Group, one of the UK’s leading regional media companies. We combine trusted local journalism with smart digital marketing solutions to help businesses grow and thrive.

We work with a wide range of local clients, supporting them through targeted marketing campaigns and powerful local media platforms. Our well-known titles include the Swindon Advertiser, Oxford Mail, and Reading Chronicle, along with our popular lifestyle magazine series, giving local businesses a trusted voice and direct connection to their audience.

We’re seeking a proactive, organized, and solution-driven Executive Assistant to support our regional offices' daily operations. This role offers variety and the opportunity to support senior leaders in a dynamic environment.

Location

Swindon Office, with regular travel to Reading, Oxford, and High Wycombe. An own vehicle and full driving license are essential.

Key Responsibilities

1. Coordinate Health & Safety compliance across sites
2. Manage office facilities, suppliers, and equipment needs
3. Provide PA support to Commercial and Sales Directors (e.g., diary management, meeting prep)
4. Handle commercial reporting and internal communications
5. Organize meetings, events, and regional initiatives
6. Improve and maintain office processes and procedures
7. Support media functions and liaise with editorial teams
8. Assist with advertorials, account setup, and reporting

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

1. Highly organized and detail-focused
2. Experience in a similar role
3. Proactive and solutions-oriented
4. Comfortable working independently
5. Excellent communicator and team player
6. Strong IT skills, confident with Microsoft Office
7. Able to multitask and prioritize effectively
8. Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
9. Comfortable handling minor IT issues on-site
10. IOSH qualification is advantageous; training can be provided
11. Experience in media or digital marketing is a plus but not essential

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Statutory pension
• Discounts and perks via the “Newsquest Benefits” platform
• 25 days paid holiday, plus bank holidays and your birthday off
• Comprehensive training and career progression
• Discounted gym memberships and Cycle to Work scheme
• Mental health support via Lifeworks
• Eye test vouchers and a £50 contribution toward glasses
• Annual volunteer day for a charity of your choice

Newsquest Media Group/LOCALiQ is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from all community sections. We accommodate adjustments to support all applicants through our recruitment process.

LOCALiQ represents the integration of trusted local news with digital marketing services, backed by extensive data and reach, aiming to be your ideal marketing partner.