Personal Assistant supporting the director at Hastings Direct, managing schedules and communications in a hybrid capacity. Handling travel arrangements and event organization for effective leadership support.
Responsibilities
Organise and maintain diaries, appointments and meetings, ensuring the Director is well-prepared
Arrange travel, visas and accommodation, occasionally travelling with Leadership Team for note-taking or assistance
Support event management – booking and organising off-site events, business communications and engagement activity
Deal with incoming email, and correspond on behalf of the Director
Screen enquiries and requests, handling them appropriately
Meet and greet visitors, liaise with customers, suppliers and other colleagues
Devising and maintaining office systems, including procurement and expenses
Carry-out background research and present findings, produce documents, briefing papers, reports and presentations
Requirements
A background working as a Personal or Executive assistant, ideally in a Financial Services organisation
Exceptional senior stakeholder skills with proven track record of interacting with senior management and external partners
Exceptional written and oral communication skills
Excellent Microsoft Office and IT skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote and Teams
The ability to multitask & work under pressure and tight deadlines whilst maintaining excellent organisational and time management skills
The ability to research, digest, analyse and present material clearly and concisely
The ability to work on your own initiative whilst maintaining discretion and an understanding of confidentiality issues
Benefits
Attractive salary based on experience (pay reviews also completed each year)
Flexible Working – We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach
Competitive Bonus Scheme - annual 4Cs performance bonus, usually paid in March
Physical Wellbeing – healthcare cash plan for everyday health care claims
Financial Wellbeing – life assurance cover, income protection, pension contributions, discounts, and free mortgage advice
Mental Wellbeing Programme - thrive mental health app, 24/7 assistance programme, in-house mental health support
25 days annual leave + bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave, private healthcare, dental plans, discounted health assessments, cycle to work and tech schemes, social events
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