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Personal Assistant

Reed
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 7 days
Location

Eastleigh, Hampshire SO50 6AB

Salary

£16.71 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The Personal Assistant position offers an annual salary of £16.71 per hour PAYE and is located in Eastleigh.
  • This temporary, full-time role lasts for 6-9 months and provides comprehensive support to a Chief Officer within a public sector organisation.
  • Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of secretarial or administrative experience in a responsible role, along with strong typing and Microsoft Office skills.
  • Key responsibilities include managing correspondence, taking minutes at meetings, organising conferences, and maintaining the Chief Officer's diary and travel arrangements.
  • The role allows for hybrid working arrangements and offers an opportunity to contribute to a significant public service area.

Personal Assistant

  • Annual Salary: £16.71 per hour PAYE
  • Location: Eastleigh
  • Job Type: Temporary (6-9 months), Full-time

Join a public sector organisation as a Personal Assistant, providing comprehensive support to a Chief Officer. This role offers hybrid working arrangements and is ideal for individuals with strong secretarial and administrative skills, looking to make a significant impact in their workplace.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Carry out various typing and word-processing tasks, including shorthand, copy, and audio typing. Produce documents such as letters, reports, operation orders, and confidential documents.
  • Use, maintain, and update a variety of indices and record-keeping systems.
  • Manage all correspondence for the Chief Officer, deciding which items to handle personally and which to refer to other staff members.
  • Take minutes at meetings, ensuring transcripts are articulate and accurate.
  • Organise conferences and handle all related administrative tasks.
  • Accompany the Chief Officer as a Personal Assistant on work assignments outside the headquarters.
  • Maintain the diary appointment system and organise all related travel arrangements.
  • Perform additional clerical tasks as required.
  • Produce well-researched, accurate reports on various issues as directed by the Chief Officer.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • GCSEs grades A*-C / 9-5 in 5 subjects including English, or equivalent work experience.
  • A minimum of 3 years of secretarial or administrative experience in a responsible position with complex record-keeping.
  • Experience working with Senior Managers.
  • Extensive experience in typing, word processing, and proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Desirable: Recognised qualification in Office Practice or Public Administration, RSA II/III in Typing/Word Processing/Shorthand, experience in analytical work and report writing, familiarity with police organisation and structure.

Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly rate.
  • Hybrid working arrangements.
  • Opportunity to contribute to a significant public service area.
  • Involvement in a role that supports community and societal well-being.

To apply for this Personal Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in supporting the Chief Officer. Join us in our mission to help the world Love Mondays!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.