Personal Assistant

Apex Contracting Co.; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Personal Assistant to provide essential administrative support to multiple Directors. This role offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment that values work-life balance and inclusivity. With a hybrid working policy, you can enjoy the flexibility of working from home and in the office. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. Join a forward-thinking company that invests in your development and values your contributions, making a significant impact on the success of the team.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Work-life balance

Development and training opportunities

Health and wellbeing programs

Inclusivity and diversity initiatives

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a personal assistant is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional administrative support to multiple Directors.
• Coordinate travel, meetings, and event planning.
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

Skills

Professional problem solving

Expert level communication

Diary management

Project management

Microsoft 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Attention to detail

Education

Experience as a personal assistant

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

In today’s world, it’s important to work for a company that has a clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important. We know that when considering a career move, it is vital to work for a business that aligns with your values and goals.

We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!

To find out more about our business, click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Who We Are | WSP

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Work-life balance?

WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life. Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Diversity?

We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

Health & Wellbeing?

We are committed to supporting our people through our Thrive programme, giving you the tools to improve your health and wellbeing.

Flex your time?

WSP offers the “WSP Hour,” enabling you to take one hour per day to do as you wish. We also offer part-time and flexible working arrangements.

Your development?

We invest in your development, whether that’s chartership, training, or mentoring.

APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP!

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

• Professional problem solver. Expert level communicator. Impeccable organiser. These are just a few attributes of a WSP Personal Assistant.
• Responsible for providing professional administrative and business support to multiple Directors across WSP.
• Supporting Directors working on complex and at times, sensitive projects.
• Ability to coordinate clients and multiple Directors.
• Diary management across multiple time zones.
• International and domestic travel booking.
• Project management.
• Meeting and event co-ordination.
• Internal communications.
• Purchases and expenses.
• Preparation of presentations; marketing materials; reports.
• Demonstrate the utmost levels of confidentiality and integrity when handling sensitive information.
• HR tasks – onboarding and inductions.

YOUR TEAM

• With clearly defined career pathways and exciting opportunities to develop, the team is made up of Business Support Partners (BSPs), Personal Assistants (PAs), and Business Support.
• You will be expected to work from the office 3 days per week, with the opportunity to work from home for 2 days a week.
• Previous experience as a personal assistant is required.
• This role is subject to UK Security Vetting and successful applicants must satisfy the criteria for Security Clearance.
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Fully conversant to an advanced level in Microsoft 365, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

The right candidate will:

• Display a flexible and adaptable approach.
• Have excellent prioritisation skills.
• Have experience in a similar role.
• Be very comfortable using your own initiative.
• Have the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other colleagues.

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