Personal Assistant

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant to support the CEO of a fast-paced, growing financial services company. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic and professional environment, where no two days are the same. You will be the first point of contact for all communications and will play a key role in managing the CEO’s schedule and supporting various administrative tasks across the company.

Personal Assistant - Benefits

• Flexible Working: Adjust your hours around our core working times of 10am to 4pm.
• Growth Opportunity: Join a rapidly growing company with exciting plans.
• Professional Development: Gain access to opportunities to enhance your technical knowledge and skills.
• Team Environment: Work within a talented and experienced team offering a varied and rewarding role.
• Employee Recognition: Participate in recognition awards, celebrating employees who embody the company values.
• 25 days core holiday allowance plus additional holiday-related benefits (e.g., Holiday trading, flexible bank holidays, and more).
• A dedicated Wellbeing Day - an extra day off for your personal well-being.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), which includes 24/7 GP consultations, second medical opinions, online counselling, and mental health first aiders.
• Enhanced maternity leave, including a returners bonus.
• Rewards - employee discounts on a wide range of retailers.
• Health Cash Plan - reimbursement on routine health appointments.
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Pension Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Client and employee referral bonuses.
• Death in Service Life Assurance.
• Bus pass discounts and loans.
• Gym membership discounts.

Personal Assistant - About The Role

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the first point of contact for calls, emails, and messages, ensuring effective communication and prioritising where necessary.
• Manage and maintain the CEO’s diary, ensuring appointments are organised and prioritised in an efficient, structured manner.
• Arrange and book travel, transport, and accommodation for the CEO and team members across the group.
• Provide general administrative support, including monthly billing, filing, booking meeting rooms, and assisting with holiday cover for service line administrators.
• Manage internal and external events, ensuring smooth coordination and delivery.
• Meet and greet office visitors, offering a warm and professional welcome.
• Contribute to the smooth operation of the business by supporting a variety of business functions as required.
• Collaborate with the wider Business Support Team, assisting other administrators as needed.
• Ensure a positive client experience through telephone interactions and face-to-face meetings.

The successful Personal Assistant will have/be:

• GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 5 or above (or equivalent).
• Highly organised with the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrates flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Positive, proactive attitude with a strong desire to learn and grow professionally.
• Previous experience as a PA is desirable, though not essential.

If you are an enthusiastic individual with a strong organisational skill set and a passion for supporting senior leadership, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your career with a growing financial services company!

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications, we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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