Personal Assistant

Brook Street; Andover; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector recruitment agency is looking for a Personal Assistant in Andover to support the organization’s principals. Key responsibilities include managing schedules, coordinating travel, and assisting in meetings. Applicants should be highly organized, confident, and proficient in Microsoft Office 365. A DBS check and references are required for this short-term, full-time assignment.

Qualifications

• 3 years of referencing required.
• DBS check is needed.
• Confidence engaging with senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Manage emails and diary.
• Coordinate travel and accommodation.
• Organise meetings and take notes.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Motivation

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office 365

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

SharePoint

OneNote

Job description

Personal Assistant Opportunity in Andover!

Our Public Sector client in Andover is currently seeking a Personal Assistant to support the principles within their organisation on a short-term, full-time assignment.

Location: Fully onsite in Andover
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (37 hours per week)
Pay Rate: £15.38 per hour
Duration: Short-term contract
Requirements: DBS check & 3 years of referencing

About the Role:

As a Personal Assistant, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting the organisation's Principals ensuring their schedules run smoothly and their time is used effectively. You'll be a crucial link within the admin support team, collaborating closely with other PAs to keep everything running smoothly.

This is the perfect role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is proactive, and has a passion for organisation and detail.

Key Responsibilities:

• Email and diary management, prioritising or rearranging where necessary and flagging any potential clashes
• Book and coordinate travel and accommodation
• Organise meetings and conferences, including sending out invitations and securing rooms
• Attend meetings to take notes and follow up on action points

What You'll Bring:

• A high level of organisation, motivation, and the ability to work independently
• Confidence engaging with senior leaders and stakeholders, both in person and over the phone
• The flexibility to manage competing priorities and shifting deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• First-class attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 - especially Outlook, SharePoint & OneNote

Additional Requirements:

• A DBS check will be required
• Successful candidates must provide three years of referencing

If you possess the skills and experience outlined above and are looking for a rewarding role within the public sector, we encourage you to apply online today.

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates may be contacted.

Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you.

In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.