Executive Assistant/PA

Adecco; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Gloucester is looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Chairman and manage a small family office. Responsibilities include organizing meetings and travel, preparing documents, and ensuring smooth office operations. The ideal candidate will have exceptional organizational skills and financial awareness. This is a full-time, temporary position that may lead to a permanent role.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in a senior Executive Assistant, Private PA, or EA/PA role.
• Exceptional organisational and communication skills.
• Strong financial awareness, including budget management.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact between the Chairman and stakeholders.
• Manage a complex diary for high-level meetings and travel.
• Prepare detailed itineraries and briefing packs.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Financial awareness

Tools

Digital tools

Job description

Overview

Contract Type: Temporary - possible lead to permanent (the role is an initial temporary support whilst they recruit for a permanent person to fill the position.
Hourly Rate: £18 - £23
Working Pattern: Full Time

About the Role

This pivotal position is tailored for an experienced Executive Assistant who can seamlessly manage the professional life of the Chairman while overseeing the operations of a small family office. You will be the trusted operational linchpin, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently!

Key Responsibilities

• Executive Support to the Chairman: Act as the first point of contact between the Chairman and both internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage a complex and dynamic diary, coordinating high-level meetings, events, and travel arrangements.
• Prepare detailed itineraries, briefing packs, board papers, agendas, presentations, and notes.
• Screen and respond to calls, emails, and correspondence on behalf of the Chairman.
• Uphold strict confidentiality and act as a trusted sounding board.
• Oversee the day-to-day running of the family office, ensuring smooth administrative processes.
• Coordinate with legal, financial, investment, and property advisors, acting as the operational conduit.
• Maintain and manage digital and physical filing systems.
• Support budgeting, cash flow tracking, and expense management.

Candidate Profile

We are seeking a calm and capable individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment where trust, precision, and adaptability are paramount. The ideal candidate will possess:

• Several years of experience in a senior Executive Assistant, Private PA, or EA/PA role
• Exceptional organisational and communication skills.
• Strong financial awareness, including budget management.
• Proficiency with modern digital tools and communication platforms.
• Discretion, professionalism, and emotional intelligence to handle sensitive issues.

Desirable Attributes

• Familiarity with managing multiple properties or family estates.
• Knowledge of start-ups, family-run businesses, or high-growth environments.
• A driving licence and flexibility to travel occasionally.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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Job Info

• Job Title: Executive Assistant/PA
• Company:
• Location:
• Posted: Sep 16th 2025
• Closes: Oct 17th 2025
• Sector: Administration
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time