Personal Assistant

Osborne Appointments; Hertford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established retail business in Hertford is seeking a dedicated Personal Assistant for a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract. The role involves managing diaries, handling correspondence, and liaising with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills and experience in supporting a senior leader. Full training will be provided, and the position is onsite.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Personal Assistant or high-level administrative support role.
• Strong written communication and attention to detail, especially with product-related content.
• A proactive and dependable approach to supporting a busy brand function.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex diaries, coordinate meetings and track deadlines.
• Handle email correspondence, including inbox organisation and drafting responses.
• Act as a key liaison with retail partners, ensuring timely submission of product information.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Strong written communication

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

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Personal Assistant – About our client:

OA are looking for a highly-organised Personal Assistant to join our client on a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract. Our client is a well-established, fast-paced business operating across multiple retail channels, known for delivering high-quality products. This role will support a senior leader within the brand function and would suit someone who is confident managing competing demands, with a strong focus on task prioritisation and delivering work to a high standard.

Personal Assistant – Details:

• 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
• Onsite, office based role
• Full training provided on internal systems
• Opportunity to work within a dynamic and collaborative environment

Personal Assistant – Responsibilities:

• Manage complex diaries, coordinate meetings and track deadlines
• Handle email correspondence, including inbox organisation and drafting responses
• Support with internal communications and liaise with cross-functional teams
• Act as a key liaison with retail partners, ensuring timely submission of product information and pricing
• Complete and maintain retailer product data forms in line with seasonal launches
• Upload and organise product imagery to meet brand and retailer standards
• Manage website content including product uploads, descriptions, and seasonal merchandising
• Maintain internal product records, including SKUs, pricing, and imagery
• Support data entry and reporting alongside the design, production, and sales teams

Personal Assistant – What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a Personal Assistant or high-level administrative support role
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
• Strong written communication and attention to detail, especially with product-related content
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Excel
• A proactive and dependable approach to supporting a busy brand function