Personal Assistant

Personal Assistant

Full-Time 23000 - 30000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
HAYS Specialist Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support a senior leader with diary management, meetings, and project coordination.
  • Company: A charitable organisation making a difference in Belfast.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, health support, and opportunities for learning and career growth.
  • Other info: Permanent role with a focus on professional development in a dynamic environment.
  • Why this job: Join a supportive team and help drive impactful organisational objectives.
  • Qualifications: 2+ years as a Personal Assistant with strong organisational and communication skills.

The predicted salary is between 23000 - 30000 £ per year.

A charitable organisation is recruiting for a Personal Assistant based in Belfast.

Your new role:

As Personal Assistant to a senior leader, you will provide proactive, confidential and professional executive support, enabling effective delivery of key organisational objectives. You will be responsible for managing a busy diary, coordinating meetings and events, preparing reports and presentations, and acting as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.

Key duties will include:

  • Managing complex diaries, appointments and travel arrangements
  • Coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, distributing papers and taking accurate minutes where required
  • Drafting and preparing correspondence, reports, presentations and briefing materials
  • Screening and managing incoming communications, ensuring urgent matters are prioritised appropriately
  • Supporting the planning, coordination and monitoring of projects and key business activities
  • Researching and collating information to support decision-making and organisational priorities
  • Maintaining confidential records and ensuring information is managed securely and accurately
  • Building strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders while providing wider administrative support as required

What you'll need to succeed:

To be successful in this role, you will have proven experience supporting senior-level management within a busy professional environment. You will be highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities, and confident working independently while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. You will also demonstrate:

  • A minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant or senior administrative role, supported by relevant qualifications, or at least 3 years' equivalent experience
  • Previous experience managing complex diaries and schedules for senior stakeholders
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organisational, planning and time-management abilities
  • The ability to exercise sound judgement, discretion and confidentiality at all times
  • A proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach

What you'll get in return:

  • Permanent opportunity
  • £23,000 to £30,000 depending on experience
  • Belfast-based
  • Supportive Working Environment
  • Health and wellbeing support
  • Learning and career development

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Personal Assistant employer: HAYS Specialist Recruitment

As a charitable organisation based in Belfast, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work environment that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. Our commitment to learning and career development ensures that as a Personal Assistant, you will not only contribute to meaningful organisational objectives but also enhance your skills in a collaborative atmosphere that values your contributions.

HAYS Specialist Recruitment

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HAYS Specialist Recruitment Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Personal Assistant

Diary Management
Meeting Coordination
Report Preparation
Presentation Skills
Communication Skills
Confidentiality
Organisational Skills