Full job descriptionPersonal Assistant
Location: Hybrid Working
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday - Temp 3 months plus
Pay Rate: £14.83 per hour


We are seeking an experienced Personal Assistant to join our clients team. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional and organised individual with previous Secretariat or Personal Assistant experience to provide dedicated support to the Director of the Children & Family Services Department.
Key Responsibilities
*Providing high-level PA support to senior managers and directors.
*Organising, administering and minuting meetings, requiring fast and accurate typing skills and strong document production abilities.
*Acting as the first point of contact for enquiries from MPs, schools, partner organisations, voluntary and community groups, external agencies, and members of the public.
*Managing generic inboxes and ensuring timely responses to enquiries.
*Handling emails, telephone calls, correspondence and visitor enquiries in a professional manner.
*Maintaining accurate records, taking clear messages, and ensuring information is communicated effectively.
*Building and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
*Managing competing priorities and adapting to changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
*Significant experience providing high-level Personal Assistant support to senior leaders.
*Experience within a Secretariat or similar professional administrative environment.
*Excellent minute-taking and document production skills.
*Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
*Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
*The ability to remain flexible and work effectively under pressure.
*A professional, confidential and customer-focused approach.
Working Arrangements
This is a full-time position (37 hours per week), working Monday to Friday. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with flexibility dependent on business requirements, including attendance at in-person meetings when required.
If you are an experienced PA looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity supporting a senior leader within Children’s & Family Services, we would love to hear from you.