Personal Assistant

Personal Assistant

• Location: Kidlington
• Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
• Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

Reed is delighted to be partnered with a company based in Kidlington who are seeking a proactive and highly skilled Personal Assistant to support their Managing Director. This role is crucial for their continued growth and success, providing both administrative and strategic support.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Provide comprehensive support to the Managing Director, managing day-to-day administration to ensure smooth accessibility and availability.
• Manage the Managing Director’s calendar and email efficiently.
• Handle all travel arrangements and ensure they are communicated clearly.
• Collate and organise data and reports for various stakeholders.
• Plan and facilitate a range of meetings including Board, Senior Leadership Team, and Operations meetings, ensuring documentation and follow-up of key points and actions.
• Prioritise requests and agendas, making informed decisions based on the urgency and importance of tasks.
• Handle confidential and sensitive assignments with discretion and skill.
• Organise conferences and events, ranging from small supplier conferences to large customer events and strategic planning sessions.
• Travel and provide mobile support to the Managing Director and Senior Leadership Team as required.
• Contribute to business topics or projects as needed.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a Personal Assistant role or similar support role.
• High level of computer literacy.
• Expertise in diary management, focusing on maximising time efficiency.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Understanding of business planning and budget cycles.
• Experience in event management.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Must have access to own car and willingness to travel.

Benefits:

• Long service awards.
• Company pension scheme.
• Death in service benefit.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to discounted food products.