Full-time Permanent Band 03
Posted 20 Oct 2026
Description
Personal Assistant
Location: Manchester / Salford
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Contract Type: Full-Time
Reporting to: Executive Assistant to Group CEO and Group Administrator
About UK Management College (UKMC)
UK Management College (UKMC) is seeking a highly organised, proactive and professional Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to senior executive leadership. Based at UKMC, this role will also support activities across The Unibridge Group, working closely with senior stakeholders and ensuring the smooth coordination of executive priorities and business operations.
The Role
As Personal Assistant, you will provide high-level administrative support, manage complex diaries and schedules, coordinate meetings and travel arrangements, prepare professional documentation, and maintain accurate records. The role requires exceptional organisational skills, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Support
- Manage executive calendars, appointments and meeting schedules.
- Coordinate meeting requests and issue invitations.
- Prepare schedules, briefing notes and supporting information.
- Monitor correspondence and respond to routine enquiries where authorised.
- Provide day-to-day administrative support and document preparation.
Meetings and Coordination
- Organise internal and external meetings.
- Prepare agendas, meeting packs and supporting papers.
- Take meeting minutes and maintain action logs.
- Follow up on outstanding actions and deadlines.
- Support board, committee and Group-wide meetings as required.
Travel and Event Management
- Arrange domestic and international travel.
- Coordinate accommodation, transport and itineraries.
- Organise logistics for events and business engagements.
- Maintain travel documentation and expense records.
- Act as a professional point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
- Support project administration and progress tracking.
- Assist with Group-wide administrative activities.
Document and Records Management
- Prepare and proofread reports, letters, presentations and spreadsheets.
- Maintain electronic filing systems and confidential records.
- Ensure compliance with data protection and company policies.
- Handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, Administrative Assistant, or similar role.
- Experience supporting senior executives or leadership teams.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Experience organising meetings, taking minutes and managing action trackers.
- High levels of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
- Organisation and Planning
- Communication and Relationship Building
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Initiative and Proactivity
- Professionalism and Discretion
- Reliability and Attention to Detail
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of £30,000 per annum.
- Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership.
- Varied and engaging role across multiple business functions.
- Professional and supportive working environment.
- Opportunities for development and growth within UKMC and The Unibridge Group.
UK Management College is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
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