Project Support PA

Amentum; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a proactive and organized Personal Assistant (PA) to support their Technical Directorate. This dual-role involves managing schedules, travel arrangements, and communication while fostering a collaborative team environment. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and thrive in a dynamic setting, contributing to critical nuclear projects aimed at ensuring energy security and sustainability.

Benefits

Free single medical cover

Enhanced parental leave pay

Employee assistance programs

Flexible working hours

Reimbursement for professional development

Qualifications

• Background in engineering is desirable.
• Familiarity with managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate logistics.
• Prepare and process expense claims.
• Draft correspondence and reports.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.

In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

About the Opportunity

Nuclear Power Programmes is one of the newest Business Units and has been formed with the vision to support positive change and help shape the future of Nuclear Power.

Operational throughout the UK and across continental Europe, we are seeking to expand our team on a variety of nuclear projects, which range in technologies and that find themselves at different stages of their development. To do this, we are seeking to continuously employ talented individuals to join our diverse team that are excited about nuclear projects and are committed to Net Zero, and Energy Security.

In both client facing and internal roles we are delivering major programme and project management capabilities throughout the project lifecycle. We are driving to deliver safe, high quality and to time solutions by thinking innovatively and working collaboratively.

We are seeking a proactive, energetic, and highly organized Personal Assistant (PA) who will also provide Project Support across a range of initiatives. This dual-role position is ideal for someone with excellent communication skills a flexible approach and the ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities. In this role you'll role you will report directly to the Technical Director’s PA. Responsibilities will include:

Managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating logistics.

Make domestic and international travel arrangements, accommodation, and transport.

Prepare and process expense claims.

Draft correspondence, reports, and presentations.

Team development: supporting the TD to develop our new teams to foster a strong culture and establishing effective ways of working

Creating an “Identity” for Technical Directorate to build trust within the wider organization, to include supporting the delivery of a Communication Plan.

Administrative activities as required including the organisation, preparation and supporting the delivery of Team meetings and presentations.

Understanding the needs and expectations of Board, Shareholders, Investors, regulators and any other interested parties.

Managing effective communication between Technical Directorate and their stakeholders including cross-functional teams and other departments.

Here's What You'll Need

Background in engineering and a project of similar size and complexity is desirable

Communication skills with ability to influence others and build effective sustainable relationships.

Excellent organizational and time management abilities.

Confident working independently and taking initiative.

Comfortable managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.

Energetic and enthusiastic with a can-do attitude.

Discreet and professional in handling sensitive information.

Collaborative team player with a proactive mindset.

Our Culture

Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centered on inclusion and diversity.

We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team.

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