Senior Administrator/Assistant

Pertemps Milton Keynes; Luton; On-site; GBP 39,944,000 - 45,331,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office-based in Luton

Exposure to senior leadership

Contract through 18 December 2026 with

Possible extension

Job summary

Pertemps Milton Keynes is recruiting for a Senior Administrator / Assistant to provide high‑level support to senior leaders in a busy, professional environment. This office-based role is based in Luton and involves diary management, meeting coordination, and preparing documentation.

You will work with executive stakeholders and use AI tools to boost efficiency. The ideal candidate will be proactive, highly organised, and experienced as an Administrator, PA or junior EA, with the ability to

Qualifications

• Experience as Administrator, PA or junior Executive Assistant
• Proven organisational skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable handling confidential information and working with senior stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Providing high-level administrative support to senior leadership
• Managing complex diaries, appointments and meeting schedules
• Coordinating and organising meetings and events
• Taking accurate notes and producing professional meeting minutes
• Preparing document packs, reports and meeting bundles
• Creating engaging presentations, slides and supporting documentation
• Welcoming visitors and stakeholders, ensuring a professional experience
• Offering refreshments and supporting meeting arrangements
• Handling confidential and sensitive information with complete discretion
• Using AI tools and technology to improve efficiency and support administrative tasks
• Providing general administration support as required

Skills

Diary management

Meeting coordination

Minute taking

PowerPoint

Microsoft Office

Presentation creation

Stakeholder support

Confidential handling

AI tools familiarity

Adaptability

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Job description

Senior Administrator / Assistant

Location: Luton (Office Based). Rate: £13.94 - £15.82 per hour (depending on experience). Contract: From 1st October until 18th December 2026, with the potential for extension following review. Hours: Full-Time.

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a confident and highly organised Senior Administrator / Assistant to provide dedicated support to senior leaders within a busy and professional organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Administrator, PA or junior Executive Assistant looking to further develop their career while working closely with executive-level stakeholders. The successful candidate will initially support the Principal/CEO and Executive Director of Finance & Operations, with the opportunity to provide cover for the Executive Director of People & Culture at a later stage. This is a fully office-based position, ideal for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative environment, thrives on variety, and can manage highly confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing high-level administrative support to senior leadership.
• Managing complex diaries, appointments and meeting schedules.
• Coordinating and organising meetings and events.
• Taking accurate notes and producing professional meeting minutes.
• Preparing document packs, reports and meeting bundles.
• Creating engaging presentations, slides and supporting documentation.
• Welcoming visitors and stakeholders, ensuring a professional experience.
• Offering refreshments and supporting meeting arrangements.
• Handling confidential and sensitive information with complete discretion.
• Using AI tools and technology to improve efficiency and support administrative tasks.
• Providing general administration support as required.

About You

• A proactive self-starter with a positive and enthusiastic approach.
• Confident supporting senior stakeholders and executives.
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
• Experienced in diary management and meeting coordination.
• Skilled in minute taking and producing professional documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and presentation creation.
• Comfortable using AI tools and embracing new technology.
• Professional, friendly and approachable.
• Able to work independently and prioritise a busy workload.
• Trustworthy and experienced in handling confidential information.
• An ambitious Administrator, PA or junior Executive Assistant with strong skills and confidence.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.94 - £15.82 per hour, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership.
• Varied and rewarding role within a professional environment.
• Excellent experience for someone looking to develop their Executive Assistant career.
• Potential contract extension following the initial review period.