Executive Assistant
About the job
- The candidate should have excellent organisational skills and an exceptional eye for detail.
- The candidate should be able to plan ahead, manage competing priorities and identify potential problems before they arise.
- The candidate should have strong written and verbal communication skills and communicate professionally with people at all levels.
- The candidate should use good judgement and emotional intelligence when handling different people and situations.
- The candidate should take a proactive, practical approach, show initiative, ask questions and find solutions.
- The candidate should exercise discretion and understand the importance of confidentiality.
- The candidate should be willing to learn, take responsibility and develop their skills.
- The candidate should have a genuine passion for scripted television.
- Provide proactive, trusted support to the senior executive and ensure their day-to-day activities run smoothly.
- Own and manage a busy, frequently changing diary, balance priorities and anticipate potential conflicts.
- Manage the executive’s inbox, correspondence and follow-up actions with discretion and sound judgement.
- Coordinate meetings, travel and arrangements with senior internal and external stakeholders.
- Prepare thoroughly for meetings and ensure materials are accurate, timely and presented to a high standard.
- Build effective working relationships across Avalon and with key external contacts.
- Support scripted development activity and contribute to the creative work of the team.
- Arrange meetings and calls, sometimes across different time zones, and respond quickly when plans change.
- Prioritise emails, draft routine responses where appropriate and ensure important correspondence is followed up.
- Prepare materials in advance of meetings.
- Maintain accurate records and track actions and deadlines.
- Handle confidential information and sensitive correspondence appropriately.
- Liaise with the talent management and development teams, production partners, and other internal and external contacts.
- Read scripts and prepare clear breakdowns and notes for scripted development projects.
- Keep abreast of television trends and emerging creative talent, and share relevant insights with the team.
About the company
Avalon is a talent management, television production, and live promotion group with offices in London, Los Angeles, and New York. It represents a diverse roster of actors, comedians, writers, and directors, including many award winners. The company is the UK’s largest independent television producer, delivering more than 40 shows in production across the UK and US, such as Taskmaster, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Starstruck, Not Going Out, and Breeders. Avalon has produced over 4,000 episodes and earned more than 30 Emmy Awards and BAFTAs from nearly 100 nominations. It also licenses its catalogue to over 200 territories and runs live comedy promotion globally. In addition to producing and distributing content, Avalon develops and promotes talent and live events. Its goal is to create and distribute entertaining programs and live experiences at scale, growing its catalogue and international reach while continuing to support a diverse roster of artists.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
1988
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- April 2026 brought Taskmaster Poland, plus renewals in Sweden, Norway, and Portugal.
- December 2025 Calamity Films investment expands access to Brassic, Pride, and Last Christmas assets.
- Avalon’s 2026 pipeline includes The Terrors of Jordan Mendoza and Operation Mincemeat expansion.
What critics are saying
- Taskmaster concentration dominates Avalon; a format slowdown would hit revenue quickly.
- Poland, Netherlands, and new versions face localization failure if broadcasters reject adaptation.
- Avalon’s scripted bets, including Calamity and It’s All Made Up, depend on hit conversion.
What makes Avalon unique
- Avalon owns Taskmaster’s format engine, producing 14 international versions by April 2026.
- Avalon combines talent management, TV production, and live comedy across London, Los Angeles, New York.
- Avalon’s 2025 Calamity Films stake deepens scripted-film capability beyond comedy formats.
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Benefits
- Commuter Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays