At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the MD with diary management, meetings, and travel arrangements.
- Company: Established independent sales and distribution business in Westerham.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, flexible part-time hours, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic and inclusive workplace.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience while working closely with senior leadership.
- Qualifications: Experience as a PA, strong organisational skills, and excellent communication.
The predicted salary is between 14.4 - 17.6 £ per hour.
Location: Westerham
Salary: £16.41 per hour
Hours: 18 hours per week
We are working with a successful, well-established independent sales and distribution business based in Westerham, seeking an experienced Part-Time PA to provide dedicated support to the Managing Director. This is a varied, hands-on role suited to someone who is highly organised, commercially aware, proactive and confident taking ownership of tasks through to completion.
Hours of Work:
- Wednesday: 1pm-5pm
- Thursday: 9am-5pm (30-minute unpaid lunch)
- Friday: 9am-4pm (30-minute unpaid lunch)
Flexibility required to provide holiday cover on Mondays and Tuesdays, approximately 4 to 5 times per year.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 business and personal PA support to the Managing Director.
- Manage the MD's diary, meetings, correspondence and travel arrangements.
- Prepare documents, presentations, meeting agendas and supporting information.
- Manage incoming calls and confidently screen sales enquiries.
- Coordinate exhibitions, corporate events and staff functions.
- Oversee office administration, including cleaners and maintenance.
- Maintain training, holiday and CRM records.
- Process expenses and maintain accurate documentation.
- Supervise the Receptionist and Maintenance Supervisor.
- Handle confidential personal administration alongside business responsibilities.
Person Specification:
- Proven experience as a PA supporting an MD or senior executive.
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
- Commercially aware, proactive and tenacious, with the confidence to take ownership.
- Strong ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks independently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Discreet and trustworthy when handling confidential and personal information.
- Confident dealing with senior stakeholders, colleagues and external contacts.
Apply: Email: New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975.
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