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Position Overview: We are looking for an experienced Executive Assistant / Personal Secretary to provide personalized administrative support to our executive team and ensure the smooth operation of daily business activities. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess excellent communication and organizational skills, and be able to handle a wide range of administrative and executive support tasks. Key Responsibilities: - Manage and maintain executive schedules, including arranging appointments, meetings, and travel itineraries. - Screen and direct phone calls and correspondence, ensuring inquiries are handled promptly and professionally. - Prepare and edit correspondence, presentations, reports, and other documents as needed. - Coordinate and organize meetings, conferences, and special events, including booking venues, catering, and managing logistics. - Conduct research and compile data to support executive decision-making processes. - Handle confidential information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality at all times. - Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, demonstrating professionalism and exceptional customer service. - Assist with personal tasks and errands for executives as needed. - Perform general administrative duties, such as filing, photocopying, and managing office supplies. - Collaborate with other administrative staff to ensure seamless workflow and efficient operations. **Qualifications:** - Bachelor's degree preferred. - Proven experience as an executive assistant, personal secretary, or similar role. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications. - Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. - Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information. - Resourcefulness and ability to solve problems independently. - High level of professionalism and integrity. - Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and business needs.
Arranging regular servicing of equipment, such as, boilers, lifts, fire alarms etc. by liaising with nominated suppliers and ensuring relevant paperwork is logged onto our systems. Obtaining quotes for insurance, office equipment, hotel soft furnishings etc. as required. Placing job advertisements, dealing with new employee paperwork and ongoing employee matters Organizing staff training courses Arranging appointments and meeting including occasional minute taking Providing general clerical support to the senior management team as required. will be navigating between two areas (Paddington and the main office in perivale)
A thriving FM organisation based in Dartford, Kent, are seeking a personal assistant to provide support to the MD. This is a really hands on role which will suit a creative individual who enjoys working in a high-trust and high-autonomy role. This is a temporary-to Permanent role. You will be working in an office setting alongside other like-minded creatives. Duties : - Providing right-hand support to the MD, acting as their confidant and supporting with PA duties and secretarial organisation - Client management and supplier negotiation - Preparing written communications such as proposals, pitches and presentations - Company HR administration Person Specification : - Experience within facilities management or any operational services setting is essential. - High-level admin and/or PA support - Strong written communication and creative skills Numerical skills
Position Overview: The Administrative Assistant will provide administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the office. The role encompasses a variety of tasks including managing phones, emails, and schedules, organising files, and assisting in daily office needs. The ideal candidate will be well-organised, proactive, and possess excellent communication skills. Key Responsibilities: Manage Correspondence: Handle incoming calls, emails, and other communications, redirecting them when appropriate and responding to inquiries. Calendar Management: Schedule appointments and meetings, maintain calendars, and remind team members of upcoming events or deadlines. File Organisation: Maintain and organise physical and electronic files, ensuring easy access and retrieval of information. Data Entry: Input, update, and maintain data in various databases and systems accurately and efficiently. Meeting Coordination: Assist in the preparation of meetings, including setting up conference rooms, preparing materials, and taking minutes when necessary. Travel Arrangements: Coordinate travel arrangements for staff members, including booking flights, accommodations, and transportation. Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support, such as drafting documents, preparing reports, and organising office events or functions. Qualifications: - Proven experience as an administrative assistant or in a relevant administrative role. - Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and other office software. - Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Education and Experience: - High school diploma or equivalent; additional qualification as an administrative assistant or secretary is a plus. - Prior experience in administrative roles or office management preferred. - Standard office hours with occasional overtime as required. we are an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
We are a leading provider of life support and other training programmes to the healthcare sector across the UK. We are looking for an individual to support the day-to-day services at our office in Archway, London. This is a fast paced and varied role covering all the back-office functions of our national business model. The successful candidate will gain invaluable experience in general admin, finance and our operational processes. You will get on the job training and mentorship, the opportunity to gain and grow across the various functions. This will include (and is not limited to): Work collaboratively within own team and externally in delivering the wider business development strategy Ensure enquiries are received and managed to a high standard Enhance the efficiency and quality of support and service provision by role modelling; working autonomously and within the team Ensure adequate secretarial support for the Executive Chairman, Chief Executive Officer & Board of Directors. Support the wider team to undertake operational responsibility for preparing key aspects of bids and tenders as required by the Chief Executive Officer Duties and responsibilities Administration · Manage and prioritise administration workload and deliver on agreed administration targets and objectives with support and supervision · Adhere to organisational administration processes to support the effective delivery of a high level of service delivery · Receive and manage enquiries in writing, on the telephone and in person to a high standard · Perform general office duties such as answering phones, greeting visitors, and responding to emails · Enhance the efficiency and quality of support and service provision by working autonomously and within the team · Secretarial support for the Executive Chairman, Chief Executive Officer & Board of Directors Business Development · Support the Business Development & Support Services Manager with implementing new marketing strategies and projects · Support the Business Development & Support Services Manager with tender processes for both new and current clients. · Be aware and mindful of competitors and new channels of selling / opportunities · Support the maintenance and updating of the Company’s website and social media platforms · Support the development of marketing material as directed by the Business Development and Support Service Manager · Support the Company with the implementation of new services, products and verticals · Work collaboratively within own team and externally in delivering the wider business development strategy Operations/Logistics · Planning and implementation of equipment movement · Organise and maintain an accurate database of instructor allocations · Utilise the organisations Training Management System to record and support the operations/logistics function; resource management, scheduling, reporting, and forecasting Self-management · Manage and prioritise workload and deliver on agreed targets and objectives · Be pleasant and courteous at all times whilst maintaining the core values · To represent the company professionally at all times · Have a flexible approach to working patterns Other · Be willing to work flexibly including weekends · Be prepared to attend meetings and training outside of normal hours. · Be prepared to travel in undertaking role · To be aware of and adhere to: o All company policies and procedures o Section 7 and 8 of the Health and Safety at Work Act o GDPR (2019) o Other relevant legislation and agreed practice/policy The Company has an Equal Opportunities Policy and specific regard should be taken of its content in relation to the treatment of employees or potential employees. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, with a good level or written and spoken English, able to work autonomously, computer literate and most importantly willing to learn new skills and processes. They must be able to take direction and be able to escalate issues comfortably. We offer a salary sacrifice pension scheme, occupational sick scheme, critical illness cover, death in service benefit, 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, professional development opportunities and access to our Employee Managed Incentive share scheme. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £25,643 per year Benefits: Casual dress Company pension Sick pay Transport links Schedule: Monday to Friday Overtime Supplemental pay types: Bonus scheme Experience: Administration: 2 years (required) description. Close Done
Skills required - Microsoft, Office and Excel, Power point presentation, CMS, CRM, Notion, skills in data management will be an advantage, Drafting emails and secretarial work. Reporting to Directors.
We are an international trading company dealing in luxury goods and having a real estate agency and property investment business in the UK. We are looking at having an in house legal counsel and establish a legal firm in dealing with all legal aspects of commercial and property matters. The company is able to offer a hardworking and ambitious candidate a platform and roadmap for career progression. The company has a strong desire to build the practice with other talented and carefully selected professionals over time to support growth. Key Skills & Requirements: · UK Qualified Solicitor with significant demonstrable experience in at least one of (1) commercial (2) property and at least some experience in all two areas. · Legal experience · Strong communication . Self initiative . Performance driven Salary: Depending on credentials, experience, performance and ability. Additional benefits can include a percentage, bonus. Company believes in fair and good remuneration package based on revenues generated. Job description About the role: Working closely with the Directors and the senior leadership team, you will provide legal support, direction and implement on all actions required in matters for the group and for client’s introduced, referred and those new clients requiring services can offer. You will advise the business on a wide range of matters and you will, amongst other things: · Draft, review, amend and negotiate commercial property leases, supplier agreements, customer terms and conditions and internal and external policies; · Advise the HR and management teams on employee relations matters such as grievances, disciplinaries and performance management with a pragmatic and commercial approach; · Ensure compliance with all data laws and regulations including GDPR and Data Protection Act and liaising with the ICO where relevant; · Manage all group litigation; · Keep the Directors and the relevant business functions updated on any relevant legal and regulatory changes that they need to be mindful of; · Advise and manage on all aspects of M&A and financing; and · Manage external legal counsel as and when required. Responsibilities Work can be split into contentious legal work, which involves resolving disputes, and non-contentious legal work, which covers legal aspects of a client's business or personal issues. Whichever type of work you undertake, you'll need to: meet and interview clients to establish the firm's suitability to provide the necessary advice and services, based on the firm's specialism and likely cost take a client's instructions advise a client on the law and legal issues relating to their case draft documents, letters and contracts tailored to the client's individual needs negotiate with clients and other professionals to secure agreed objectives research and analyse documents and case law to ensure the accuracy of advice and procedure supervise the implementation of agreements coordinate the work of all parties involved correspond with clients and opposing solicitors attend meetings and negotiations with opposing parties act on behalf of clients in disputes and represent them in court, or at tribunals, if necessary instruct barristers or specialist advocates to appear in court for the client in complex disputes prepare papers for court work in a team, sometimes referring cases to the head of department supervise and delegate work to trainee solicitors, paralegals and legal secretaries as appropriate arrange and attend further client meetings where necessary to progress with the case and finalise documentation check all documentation prior to signing and implementing calculate claims for damages, compensation, maintenance, etc carry out administrative duties, e.g. completing time sheets so that charges for work can be calculated and billing clients for work done on their behalf take referrals from other firms of solicitors when a conflict of interest arises or if they have no specialist practitioner available keep up to date with changes and developments in the law by reading journals and law reports. Work Location: In person as and remote possibility. Working hours You'll normally work part time However, working longer working hours is not unusual and some roles will involve some evening and weekend work. It would not be uncommon or more likely to work unsocial, longer than usual hours and as required. Working hours can be unpredictable as you need to be flexible to meet clients' needs.
We are an international trading company dealing in luxury goods and having a real estate agency and property investment business in the UK. We are looking at having an in house legal counsel and establish a law firm in dealing with all legal aspects of commercial and property matters. The company is able to offer hardworking and ambitious candidate a platform and roadmap for career progression, which includes a route to partnership. The company has a strong desire to build the law practice with other talented and carefully selected professionals over time to support growth. Key Skills & Requirements: · UK Qualified Solicitor with significant demonstrable experience in at least one of (1) commercial (2) property; or (3) immigration - and at least some experience in all three areas. · Legal experience · Strong communication . Self initiative . Performance driven Salary: Depending on credentials, experience, performance and ability. Additional benefits can include a percentage, bonus, private health and dental insurance, subsidised gym membership. Company believes in fair and good remuneration package based on revenues generated. Job description About the role: Working closely with the Directors and the senior leadership team, you will provide legal support, direction and implement on all actions required in matters for the group and for client’s introduced, referred and those new clients requiring services can offer. You will advise the business on a wide range of matters and you will, amongst other things: · Draft, review, amend and negotiate commercial property leases, supplier agreements, customer terms and conditions and internal and external policies; · Advise the HR and management teams on employee relations matters such as grievances, disciplinaries and performance management with a pragmatic and commercial approach; · Ensure compliance with all data laws and regulations including GDPR and Data Protection Act and liaising with the ICO where relevant; · Manage all group litigation; · Keep the Directors and the relevant business functions updated on any relevant legal and regulatory changes that they need to be mindful of; · Advise and manage on all aspects of M&A and financing; and · Manage external legal counsel as and when required. Responsibilities Work can be split into contentious legal work, which involves resolving disputes, and non-contentious legal work, which covers legal aspects of a client's business or personal issues. Whichever type of work you undertake, you'll need to: meet and interview clients to establish the firm's suitability to provide the necessary advice and services, based on the firm's specialism and likely cost take a client's instructions advise a client on the law and legal issues relating to their case draft documents, letters and contracts tailored to the client's individual needs negotiate with clients and other professionals to secure agreed objectives research and analyse documents and case law to ensure the accuracy of advice and procedure supervise the implementation of agreements coordinate the work of all parties involved correspond with clients and opposing solicitors attend meetings and negotiations with opposing parties act on behalf of clients in disputes and represent them in court, or at tribunals, if necessary instruct barristers or specialist advocates to appear in court for the client in complex disputes prepare papers for court work in a team, sometimes referring cases to the head of department supervise and delegate work to trainee solicitors, paralegals and legal secretaries as appropriate arrange and attend further client meetings where necessary to progress with the case and finalise documentation check all documentation prior to signing and implementing calculate claims for damages, compensation, maintenance, etc carry out administrative duties, e.g. completing time sheets so that charges for work can be calculated and billing clients for work done on their behalf take referrals from other firms of solicitors when a conflict of interest arises or if they have no specialist practitioner available keep up to date with changes and developments in the law by reading journals and law reports. Work Location: In person as and remote possibility. Working hours You'll normally work 40 hours a week. However, working longer working hours is not unusual and some roles will involve some evening and weekend work. It would not be uncommon or more likely to work unsocial, longer than usual hours and as required. Working hours can be unpredictable as you need to be flexible to meet clients' needs. Part-time work and career breaks are sometimes possible, but you'll need to keep up to date with changes to the law. Hybrid work - spending some time working from home and some in the office - could also be possible.
A busy private medical clinic is seeking a keen and enthusiastic individual to join our office and enjoy being part of a small and greatly valued team. Must be able to work on own for various shifts. This job would suit an individual who has previous admin/secretarial experience. We are looking for someone available 30 hours per week, this includes a Saturday. Flexibility is also needed to cover holiday/sickness. Full training and support given. Private Health Insurance offered. Shifts as below: Monday 12pm to 7:00pm Tuesday 8:30 to 4:30pm Friday 08:30 - 4:30pm Saturday 08.30 - 12.30pm Hourly Rate: £11.88 - increase after successful 3-month probation to £12.50.