Personal Assistant to Director

Renew; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A renewable energy company is seeking a proactive Personal Assistant to support its Director in Shoreham-by-Sea. This self-employed role offers approximately 24 hours weekly at £20 per hour. Responsibilities include managing emails, scheduling meetings, and improving systems using technology. Ideal candidates will have strong numeracy and organisational skills, fluency in English, and a keen interest in renewable energy. Enjoy the flexibility and responsibility that comes with working independently in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Operates on a self-employed basis and able to invoice monthly.
• Fluent English (written and spoken) is essential.
• Strong numeracy and organisational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support, managing emails, calendars, and documents.
• Arrange meetings, travel, and handle communications.
• Assist with process and systems improvement using CRM and automation tools.

Skills

Fluent English (written and spoken)

Strong numeracy, organisational, and time-management skills

Tech-savvy and comfortable working on PC and Mac

Interest in AI, automation, and process improvement

Ability to work independently and manage priorities

Trustworthy, discreet, and professional

Interest in renewable energy and solar

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Renew Shoreham-By-Sea, England, United Kingdom

Personal Assistant to Director

Renew is a fast-growing manufacturer of solar mounting systems and accessories for professional installers in the renewable energy sector. We are looking for a proactive, organised, and tech‑savvy self‑employed Admin & Personal Assistant to support the Director on an independent contractor basis.

Location: Shoreham-by-Sea

Hours: Approx. 24 hours per week

Rate: £20 per hour

About the Engagement

This is a self‑employed, independent contractor role. The contractor will retain autonomy over how services are delivered, working towards agreed outcomes and priorities.

Scope of Services

• Administrative support including managing emails, calendars, documents, and reports using Google Workspace
• Personal assistance including arranging meetings, travel, scheduling, and handling communications
• Process and systems improvement, including assisting with CRM systems and learning or implementing AI and automation tools
• Business support including numeracy‑based tasks, basic data handling, and day‑to‑day problem‑solving support

Skills and Experience Required

• Operates on a self‑employed basis and able to invoice monthly
• Fluent English (written and spoken)
• Strong numeracy, organisational, and time‑management skills
• Tech‑savvy and comfortable working on PC and Mac
• Interest in AI, automation, and process improvement
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities
• Trustworthy, discreet, and professional
• Interest in renewable energy and solar is a strong advantage

What’s Offered

• £20 per hour (self‑employed contractor)
• Approximately 24 hours per week, in‑house (3 days)
• Flexible, hands‑on role with real responsibility
• Exposure to the renewable energy and solar sector

Engagement Status

This role is offered on a self‑employed, independent contractor basis and is outside IR35. The contractor is responsible for their own tax, National Insurance, and statutory obligations. This does not constitute an offer of employment or worker status.

Apply

• Please send your CV and a short cover letter [e-mail]