Secretary - Part-time

Hazlewoods; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading independent chartered accountants firm in the UK is seeking a part-time Secretary to support a busy team at their Cheltenham office. The role requires at least 3 years of secretarial experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The successful candidate will manage diaries, liaise with clients, and provide administrative support. This position offers flexibility with hours from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM, along with a range of benefits including a direct application bonus and enhanced pension contributions.

Benefits

Direct application bonus

Reimbursed parking cost

Profit share scheme

25 days annual leave

Flexi-time

Enhanced employer pension contribution

Health & wellbeing benefits

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of secretarial or administrative experience in a similar role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Flexible can-do attitude with initiative.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with the fee-earning team regarding clients, meetings, and billing.
• Manage diaries effectively, arranging meetings and travel.
• Provide general administrative support including proofreading and formatting reports.

Skills

Organisational skills

Proactive mindset

Attention to detail

Confidence under pressure

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Hazlewoods is one of the largest independent chartered accountants and business advisers in the Southwest, with over 600 professionals across Gloucestershire, Bristol, and Cardiff. We are known for our technical excellence, collaborative culture, and commitment to delivering high-quality client service.

We are currently seeking a Secretary to join our growing team, in a part-time role based at our contemporary 95 The Promenade office. The successful candidate must have previous office experience in tasks such as diary management, organisation, coordinating meetings and experience formatting documents. This part‑time schedule (9:30 AM–2:00 PM) offers a great alternative to traditional full‑time hours, making it perfect for those seeking flexibility in their day.

This is a great opportunity for someone with strong organisational skills and a proactive mindset who enjoys supporting a busy team in a dynamic office environment.

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum of 3 years of secretarial or administrative experience in a similar role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• A flexible, can‑do attitude with the ability to use initiative
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confidence and the ability to remain calm under pressure

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with the fee‑earning team regarding clients, meetings, and billing
• Manage diaries effectively, arranging meetings and travel with forward planning
• Deal with daily correspondence and provide general administrative support including proofreading and formatting reports
• On‑board new clients and conduct AML checks
• Maintain databases and support the coordination of team events and projects
• Plan and organise team social events

What We Offer

• Direct application bonus
• Reimbursed parking cost up to £11 per day
• Profit share scheme
• 25 days annual leave (plus option to purchase up to a total of 30 days)
• Flexi‑time
• Enhanced employer pension contribution
• Life assurance 4x annual salary
• Health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym membership, online GP access, mental health support, and more
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Regular firm‑wide and team social events

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact, support a growing team, and be part of a collaborative and forward‑thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note: Hybrid or remote working is not available for this role.