Job Title: Personal Assistant/Private Secretary
Location: Edinburgh City Centre (Hybrid)
Contract Details: Permanent, Full Time (flexible hours required)
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum d.o.e
Driving Required: Yes
About Our Client:
Our client is a dynamic and highly successful couple who are seeking an experienced Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support in both their personal and professional lives. With a busy schedule and varied responsibilities, they require a proactive and highly organised individual to join their team.
Benefits & Perks:
- Generous holiday allowance
- Private health and dental
- Life and critical illness cover
- Pension scheme
Responsibilities:
- Act as the main point of contact for all needs and requests, prioritising and effectively managing day-to-day activities
- Manage and maintain complex and ever-changing diaries, ensuring appointments and deadlines are met with minimal disruption
- Provide flexible ad hoc support across various areas, including organising small private events, conducting research projects, preparing reports and/or minutes and assisting with personal activities
- Understand and anticipate the client's needs, proactively addressing any potential issues or challenges
- Maintain effective and efficient communication with the wider team, fostering collaborative relationships
- Assist with reminders, commitments, and deliverables, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks
- Ensure privacy and security in all personal and business matters, maintaining a high level of confidentiality at all times
- Propose and implement processes, systems, and tools that enhance the smooth and stress-free running of the client's life
Essential (Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience):
- Previous experience as a Personal Assistant or Private Secretary, providing comprehensive support at CEO level
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent attention to detail
- Proactive problem-solving abilities, using initiative with sound judgement and decision-making skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and requirements
- Professionalism, resilience, and a calm demeanour, even in high-pressure situations
- Confident dealing with people at all levels
- You must be willing to work out with office hours when required
How to Apply:
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess the necessary skills and experience to excel as a Personal Assistant, we want to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role.
Please note that due to the high number of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to join a prestigious and forward-thinking organisation. Apply today!
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