Personal Assistant / Senior Business Support Officer

Personal Assistant / Senior Business Support Officer needed in Southwark, £19.94ph PAYE – Reference: RQ1515127

To support the Director of Communications and Engagement and the Director of HR.

In this role, you’ll become the maestro of diary management, orchestrating complex schedules with finesse. From prioritising appointments to gracefully handling last-minute adjustments utilising your organisational skills

The temp will be expected to work without immediate direction to provide a comprehensive support service; including the implementation of organisational procedures and systems, contact with the public or internal colleagues and effective use of IT.

You will ideally have – 

– Previous PA experience supporting Senior Management preferably within a local authority

– Strong written and verbal skills.

– Strong proficiency with MS Office and Diary Management applications

– Able to handle sensitive matters, your tact, diplomacy, empathy, and sensitivity will be your greatest assets.

– Exceptional organisational and time management skills

– Expertise in managing agendas, diaries, and juggling conflicting priorities

– Able to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

– Good written/verbal communication skills.

– Strong interpersonal skills.

– Can make decisions in a timely manner.

This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to katie@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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