Personal Assistant to Founder

RedTech Recruitment Ltd.; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth tech company in Saffron Walden is seeking a Personal Assistant to support the Founder. This role involves managing diaries, organising travel, and handling confidential information. The ideal candidate will have prior experience as a PA or EA, demonstrating strong organisational and communication skills. The position offers significant responsibility and the chance to work closely with leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to work closely with leadership

Varied role with significant responsibility

Ability to impact company success

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a PA or EA ideally supporting senior leadership.
• Outstanding organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to liaise confidently with stakeholders.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Proactive and adaptable, able to anticipate needs.
• Willingness to travel at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive diary and inbox management.
• Coordinating and preparing for meetings including agendas.
• Organising complex travel and logistics.
• Managing personal administration tasks.
• Acting as a point of contact between the Founder and teams.
• Supporting special projects and prioritising key tasks.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Strong communication skills

Discretion with confidential information

Proactive and adaptable

Job description

Personal Assistant to Founder Exciting Tech Start-Up

We are working with a rapidly growing technology company in the Cambridge area who are looking for a highly capable Personal Assistant to provide dedicated support to their Founder and Managing Director. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role at the heart of an ambitious business supporting both professional and private matters to ensure the Founder can operate at their best. This role ideally suits a professional PA who is in a position to travel regularly at short notice.

Location

Saffron Walden Essex office based 5 days a week

Salary

50000 to 80000 per annum (this high salary is reflective of the need to travel sometimes at very short notice)

Requirements

• Previous experience as a PA or EA ideally supporting senior leadership or founders in a fast‑paced environment
• Outstanding organisational and time‑management skills
• Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise confidently with a wide range of stakeholders
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with absolute discretion
• Proactive, adaptable and able to anticipate upcoming needs
• Willingness to travel at short notice

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive diary and inbox management ensuring the Founder’s schedule is optimised
• Coordinating and preparing for meetings including agendas, briefings and follow‑ups
• Organising complex travel and logistics both business and private
• Managing a broad range of household and personal administration
• Acting as a trusted point of contact between the Founder, internal teams and external stakeholders
• Supporting special projects and ensuring key priorities are delivered

What this role offers

• The chance to work closely with the Founder of a high‑growth tech company
• A varied and fast‑paced role with significant responsibility
• Opportunity to build trusted relationships and directly impact the company’s success

Applications

If this sounds like the right role for you please apply with your CV and a covering letter including details of your salary expectations and availability.

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