Personal Assistant

Manpower Group (UK); Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup (UK) is seeking a highly organised Personal Assistant to support senior leaders across Birmingham, Manchester, or Derby. This fast-paced role manages diaries, travel logistics and reporting, with a strong focus on efficiency and collaboration.

Based in the Midlands, you will leverage SharePoint and Teams to streamline administration and maintain confidential information. The 9-12 month contract offers PAYE pay at £18.27 per hour and a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting senior leaders in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Discretion and a commitment to confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Managing complex diaries, meetings, and appointments.
• Coordinating travel, accommodation, and logistics.
• Preparing and submitting monthly expenses.
• Monitoring actions, deadlines, and key deliverables for Senior Leadership members.
• Producing high-quality reports, presentations, and correspondence.
• Maintaining accurate databases and filing systems.
• Creating, maintaining, and effectively using digital collaboration platforms including SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Viva Engage, and other channels.
• Providing cover and support for colleagues when required.
• Tracking deliverables such as performance reviews and mandatory training.
• Identifying opportunities to improve administrative processes and ways of working.

Skills

Diary management

Travel coordination

Expense processing

Reports & presentations

Digital platforms

Confidentiality

IT proficiency

Team support

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Job Title: Personal Assistant

Contract Length: 9-12 Months
Location: Birmingham, Manchester, or Derby
Pay: £18.27 per hour (PAYE)

Summary

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant to support a group of senior leaders within a Transportation business. This role can be based in Birmingham, Manchester, or Derby.

Working as part of a collaborative and supportive administration function, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of business operations. You will be experienced, adaptable, and proactive in your approach. This is a fast-paced and varied position, suited to someone who enjoys working with people, solving problems, and making a real impact behind the scenes.

Key Responsibilities

The role includes, but is not limited to:

• Managing complex diaries, meetings, and appointments


• Coordinating travel, accommodation, and logistics


• Preparing and submitting monthly expenses


• Monitoring actions, deadlines, and key deliverables for Senior Leadership members


• Producing high-quality reports, presentations, and correspondence


• Maintaining accurate databases and filing systems


• Creating, maintaining, and effectively using digital collaboration and communication platforms including SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Viva Engage, and other channels


• Providing cover and support for colleagues when required


• Tracking and chasing deliverables such as performance reviews (PDRs), mandatory training, and other internal systems


• Working closely with other administrative professionals to provide seamless supportSupporting compliance with business processes, procedures, and policies


• Identifying opportunities to improve administrative processes and ways of working


• Providing guidance and support to colleagues where appropriate


• Using digital and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and productivity

Skills & Experience

We're looking for someone who brings:

• A professional and confident approach with the ability to work under pressure


• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills


• The ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• A proactive and positive mindset with a willingness to adapt


• Discretion and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality


• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint), SharePoint, and Teams


• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise effectively and consistently meet deadlines


• A collaborative and team-focused attitude

If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.