172 Personal Assistant jobs in the United Kingdom

This is an exciting opportunity for an Interim PA to support senior leadership within the not-for-profit sector. Based in Reading, this temporary role with a view to go permanent requires exceptional organisational skills and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Client Details

This organisation is a well-established not-for-profit entity dedicated to making a positive impact. As a mid-sized organisation, it operates with a clear focus and a commitment to achieving its goals.

Description

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to senior leadership.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and take accurate minutes.
• Manage complex diaries and scheduling with efficiency.
• Act as the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Prepare and format documents, reports, and presentations.
• Assist in organising events and travel arrangements as required.
• Ensure smooth communication and prioritisation of tasks within the team.

Profile

A successful Interim PA should have:

• Previous experience in a PA or administrative role, preferably in the not-for-profit sector.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and handle sensitive information.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and task management.

Job Offer

• Competitive hourly rate
• Temporary role that can go permanent offering flexibility and varied responsibilities.
• Opportunity to support meaningful work within the not-for-profit sector.
• Convenient location in Reading, accessible by public transport.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

If you are a skilled immediately available PA looking for a rewarding opportunity in the not-for-profit sector, apply today to join this impactful organisation in Reading!

Personal Assistant opportunity supporting the Managing Director of a large manufacturing organisation based in Sutton Coldfield. This role is 1 day working from home after probation and can be a 4 day part time role.

Client Details

My client is a large growing manufacturing organisation based in Sutton Coldfield looking for a Personal Assistant.

Description

Executive Support

• Provide full administrative support to the Managing Director: including diary management, correspondence, and confidential document handling.
• Prepare agendas, briefings, and presentations for internal and external meetings.
• Draft, review, and distribute communications.

Leadership & Meetings

• Attend senior leadership meetings, taking accurate minutes, tracking action points, and ensuring timely follow-up.
• Coordinate leadership offsites, events, and strategy sessions.
• Support communication flow between the Managing Director and senior leadership team.

Travel & Events

• Manage national and international travel arrangements, including flights, visas, accommodation, and itineraries.
• Organise corporate events, conferences, and client engagements in collaboration with other teams.

Office & Project Coordination

• Liaise with global counterparts, external stakeholders, and clients on behalf of the Managing Director.
• Support cross-functional projects and ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and filing systems.
• Managing diaries and organising meetings and appointments.

Profile

A successful Personal Assistant should have:

• Proven experience as a Personal Assistant
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and task management.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• A professional and approachable demeanour.
• Can commute to Sutton Coldfield

Job Offer

• Negotiable salary
• Flexible start and finish times
• Up to 3% annual bonus
• Free parking
• Have your own office
• 1 day working from home after probation
• Generous holiday allowance, including 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Are you a proactive and organised individual with a flair for multitasking? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy supporting senior executives? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Join our dynamic team as a Personal Assistant and help drive our success while enjoying a rewarding career!

Position: Personal Assistant
Location: Dartford
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: 8:30am - 5pm, Monday - Friday, Office Based

What You'll Do:
As our Personal Assistant, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our executive office. Your responsibilities will include:

• Calendar Management: Coordinate and manage complex schedules, appointments, and meetings with precision.
• Communication Hub: Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external communications-keeping everyone informed and on track!
• Travel Coordination: Arrange travel itineraries, accommodations, and logistics for executives, ensuring a seamless journey every time.
• Document Preparation: draught, proofread, and prepare important documents, reports, and presentations with attention to detail.
• Event Planning: organise and coordinate events, meetings, and conferences that leave a lasting impression.
• Task Management: Assist in managing projects and tasks, ensuring deadlines are met and priorities are clear.

Who You Are:
We are looking for a vibrant individual who embodies the following qualities:

• Experience: Proven experience as a Personal Assistant or in a similar administrative role.
• Organisational Guru: Exceptional organisational skills with an ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Communication Pro: Excellent verbal and written communication skills-your words matter!
• Tech-Savvy: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable with various digital tools.
• Positive Attitude: A cheerful personality with a can-do approach that inspires those around you!

Why Join Us?
We believe in fostering a supportive and energetic work environment. Here's what you can expect:

• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Team Spirit: Join a friendly and enthusiastic team that celebrates success together.
• Exciting Projects: Be part of engaging projects that challenge and inspire you.

How to Apply:
If you're ready to embark on this exciting journey as a Personal Assistant, we want to hear from you!

Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

A leading, top-tier, international barristers' chamber is seeking a Personal Assistant to support their award-winning CEO in their central London office.

The Opportunity

The successful Personal Assistant will provide proactive and high-level secretarial and administrative support. You'll be confident managing demanding schedules, court and hearing logistics, and professional correspondence, all while working within a fast-paced and collaborative team. Duties include:

• Manage complex paper and digital diaries, including court schedules, client meetings, travel arrangements, and conferences
• Draft, format, and proofread legal documentation and correspondence with precision and consistency
• Liaise with court clerks, clients, and solicitors to ensure seamless coordination of hearings and deadlines
• Prepare and manage bundles, case files, and other court-related materials
• Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism
• Provide billing support, tracking hours and coordinating with the fees team
• Act as a key point of contact for internal and external communications
• Use MS Office and legal systems efficiently to support the day-to-day operations of the team

This Personal Assistant opportunity is a full-time, permanent role, working Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm.

The Requirements

• Previous experience as a Personal Assistant
• Diary management, travel experience (essential)
• Undergraduate degree (minimum 2:1) or equivalent (essential)

Vacancy Highlights

• Excellent benefits package
• A modern and spacious office space with showers, bike storage and games room, breakfast and fresh fruit
• Our office is well situated. We are close to tube and overground stations

To be considered for this Personal Assistant opportunity please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.

Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

The Firm
Our client, a Top 10, Global law firm are seeking a Personal Assistant to support their New Business Intake Management Team within their Canary Wharf office on a 12m fixed term contract.

The Opportunity
The successful candidate will need to be a proactive and highly competent Personal Assistant who thrives working in a pressurised and fast-paced environment. Duties to include:

• Handling diary management, including arranging meeting room bookings and resolving scheduling clashes
• Organising, filing, and maintaining documents through the firm's document management system
• Supporting the launch of new business matters and assisting the New Business Intake Teams with administrative and operational tasks
• Overseeing holiday approvals and recording staff absences
• Managing and redirecting general enquiries
• Tracking team budgets and preparing budget requirements and figures
• Planning and assisting with he induction of new starters
• Maintaining vendor licenses, opening support tickets and liaising with procurement

This Personal Assistant opportunity is full time role on a 12m fixed term contract, working Monday - Friday, 9:30am -5:30pm.

Requirements

• Previous Personal Assistant experience within a law firm or professional services environment (essential)

Vacancy highlights

• Hybrid working (3 days based in the office and 2 days working from home)
• Excellent benefits package

To be considered for this Personal Assistant opportunity please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.

Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

We have a lovely part-time opportunity for an experienced Personal Assistant based at a private residence in Ripley, with some flexibility required. You will be supporting an entrepreneur who is a kind, considerate, and engaging gentleman with a wide range of interests. Occasionally, you will also provide support to his wife, who is a company director.

This is an ideal role for someone who is highly motivated, a self-starter, and comfortable working independently.

The position is offered on an ongoing contract basis.

Key Responsibilities:

Your work will involve administration and office management

Preparing online banking, checking invoices, reconciliations, working closely with a team of accountants, ensuring relevant documentation is supplied

Proof reading

Diary management

Travel arrangements

Personal Assistant duties will include

Personal administration, i.e. organising car tax, servicing and MOTs

Health insurance

Social and business engagements

Event planning

Overseeing property management, household maintenance, dealing with contractors, security

Providing support to household staff including the Housekeeper, gardeners and chauffeurs

Researching information, harvesting and sourcing across a wide range of subjects

Paying invoices and online banking

Experience and Skills Requirements:

You will need to operate a Mac and be fully conversant with Apple operating systems whilst having an understanding of Microsoft

You need to be proficient in all forms of social media to include Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram with some knowledge of digital marketing could be helpful

Proactive as well as reactive

Able to work on your own initiative

Sound knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Word

Substantially computer literate

Trustworthy, honest, loyal and dependable

Strong attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Strongly numerate

Good use of English

Organised, multitasker

Problem solver

Patient with a good sense of humour

Clean driving license

Must be a dog lover

Must be a positive, Glass Half Full type of person

It is essential that you are flexible and willing to undertake any task that is presented. It is a requirement that you may be contacted out of office hours.

If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted.

Are you a highly organised, proactive professional who thrives in a busy, high-profile environment? Do you have the skills and confidence to support senior leaders where discretion, diplomacy, and attention to detail are key? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for a dynamic Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the Leader of the Council, Chief Executive, and Director of Central Services. This is a key role at the heart of the organisation, offering variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to work with a wide range of stakeholders.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Managing complex diaries, meetings, travel, and correspondence for senior leaders.
• Acting as a key liaison with internal and external stakeholders including MPs, government departments, and community representatives.
• Handling confidential communications and enquiries with professionalism and tact.
• Coordinating responses to complaints, FOI, EIR, and SAR requests.
• Supporting corporate governance through meeting notes, rota coordination, and statutory documentation.
• Organising and taking notes at regular Senior Management Team meetings and other regular and ad hoc meetings
• Leading initiatives across the Council's PA network and acting as a central point of knowledge and support.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in a high-level administrative or PA role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail.
• Confidence in managing sensitive information and working independently.
• A collaborative mindset and a commitment to public service.

Discover what it's like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer: Working for us - Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council 

For an informal discussion about this role please contact Sally Wang via email  (url removed) (Direct candidates only, strictly no agencies)

To apply for this role, please visit the website via the link below. 

• Central Oxford and office-based (No working from home)
• 42,000 to 45,000 pa
• 08:30 to 17:30 Monday to Friday
• Excellent suite of benefits

The Burford Recruitment Company are delighted to be working with a young and dynamic business in the heart of Oxford.

Due to a period of growth, we are seeking an extremely capable and highly experienced Personal Assistant to support senior execs and the wider team. This is an exciting role in a fast-growing business with lots of opportunity to put your stamp on the position.

In order to be successful, you will need to have proven experience in a dedicated PA / EA role at exec level. You will be proactive, personable, and professional with a hands-on approach to tasks. You will enjoy working in a collaborative team environment and thrive in the progressive nature of the business!

Key Responsibilities:

• Handling emails, phone calls, and other communication for the Senior Leadership Team
• Booking end to end domestic and international travel including flights, accommodation, ground transportation, Visas etc and organising complex and detailed itineraries
• Completing Visa and Passport applications
• Arranging meetings, personal appointments, and team events
• Providing extensive diary management, considering various time zones. Quickly resolving conflicts and pro-actively managing meetings
• Preparing monthly expense claims
• Minute taking and ensuring actions are followed up

About you:

• 3 years + of proven experience in an EA / PA role
• Organisational skills, and efficient at prioritising in order to meet deadlines
• Excellent ability to multitask and manage conflicting demands
• Confidence in communicating at all levels
• Adept at working with discretion and maintaining confidentiality
• Comfortable working on your own initiative as well as in a team environment

Benefits offered:

• Group Income Protection Scheme
• Group Life Assurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• NEST Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave

Please note, this is an office-based role in central Oxford. There is no parking available, however the newly refurbished offices are located in close proximity to the Westgate shopping centre with ample car parking (Including EV charging points) and close to bus and rail links.

The Personal Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative support to ensure the smooth running of daily operations within the not-for-profit sector. This temporary role based in Stockport requires excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

Client Details

This not-for-profit organisation operates within the public interest, focusing on impactful initiatives to benefit communities. As a small-sized organisation, they value efficiency and professionalism to achieve their goals.

Description

• Manage and prioritise the diary and appointments of senior staff.
• Coordinate meetings, including preparing agendas and taking minutes.
• Handle correspondence and respond to enquiries on behalf of senior staff.
• Maintain and update records, ensuring information is accurate and accessible.
• Arrange travel and accommodation for business purposes.
• Support the preparation of reports, presentations, and other materials.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders as required.
• Provide general administrative assistance to ensure smooth operations.

Profile

A successful Personal Assistant should have:

• Proven experience in a similar administrative or secretarial role.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in using office software such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Experience working within the not-for-profit sector (desirable).
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Job Offer

• immediate start opportunity.
• Competitive hourly rate of approximately 14.40 to 17.60, based on experience.
• Temporary opportunity offering flexibility and valuable experience.
• Collaborative and professional working environment in Stockport.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful work in the not-for-profit sector.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Personal Assistant to make a positive impact. If you meet the criteria and are ready for your next challenge, we encourage you to apply today!