Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
PA
PA at Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited, based in Reading, South East England, paying £16.00 - £18.00 per hour. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £16.00 - £18.00 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Reading, South East England
- Closing date
- Sector
- PA & EA
16% below the typical rate for pa & ea
Reference 57536649
About the role
Personal Assistant
Role Summary
Provide high-level administrative and organisational support to senior leaders, ensuring the smooth management of diaries, meetings, communications, and business priorities.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage complex diaries, meetings, and travel arrangements.
- Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
- Draft and manage correspondence and executive communications.
- Prepare meeting papers, reports, and presentations.
- Organise meetings, take minutes, and track actions.
- Coordinate projects and provide administrative support on key initiatives.
- Manage purchase orders, expenses, and financial administration.
- Conduct research and compile briefing materials.
- Monitor deadlines and ensure timely completion of actions.
- Provide support and cover for other administrative team members.
Essential Experience
- Previous Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or Senior Administrator experience.
- Supporting senior leaders and managing competing priorities.
- Diary management, meeting coordination, and minute-taking.
- Handling confidential information with discretion.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Key Skills
- Excellent organisation and time management.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Professional written and verbal communication.
- Ability to work independently and use initiative.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams).
- Flexible, proactive, and able to work under pressure.
Knowledge & Qualifications
- Good standard of education.
- Understanding of GDPR and data protection requirements.
- GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) desirable.
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Reference: 57536649 · Posted 59 minutes ago · Closes 17 Dec 2026 · Listed via Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
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