About the Role
We are seeking a proactive, organized, and highly discreet Personal Assistant (PA) to provide comprehensive administrative and personal support to a senior executive / manager. The successful candidate will act as a key gatekeeper and facilitator , ensuring the smooth and efficient management of both professional and personal schedules. This role requires exceptional organizational ability, strong communication skills, and a "no task too small" mentality.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
The Personal Assistant will be responsible for a diverse set of tasks, requiring high-level multitasking and attention to detail :
- Calendar & Schedule Management : Proactively manage and maintain a complex, fast-paced calendar, scheduling appointments and meetings, anticipating conflicts, and ensuring the executive is prepared for all engagements.
- Communication & Correspondence : Act as the primary point of contact, screening and directing phone calls, emails, and correspondence. Draft and edit professional letters, memos, and reports with accuracy and polish.
- Travel Coordination : Arrange comprehensive travel logistics , including booking flights, accommodations, ground transportation, and creating detailed itineraries.
- Administrative Support : Manage and maintain filing systems (physical and digital), prepare and proofread documents, presentations, and briefing papers, and handle general office tasks.
- Project & Financial Support : Assist with managing internal projects, including tracking timelines. Handle financial tasks such as expense reporting , tracking budgets, and managing invoices.
- Meeting Coordination : Organize and prepare for meetings, including booking rooms, arranging catering, drafting agendas, and accurately taking and distributing minutes / action items .
- Personal Support & Errands : Handle various personal tasks and errands for the executive (e.g., shopping, scheduling personal appointments), requiring the utmost discretion and trustworthiness.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED required; a degree, diploma, or certificate in Administrative Studies, Secretarial Science, or Business Administration is highly desirable.Proven practical experience in an administrative or executive support role (e.g., via internships, part-time work, or a prior PA position) is advantageous.Core Competencies
Exceptional Organizational & Time Management Skills : Demonstrated ability to multitask , prioritize urgent tasks, manage deadlines efficiently, and maintain a highly organized workspace and digital environment.Superior Communication Skills : Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the capacity for professional, clear, and diplomatic liaison with internal staff, clients, and external stakeholders.Technical Proficiency : Advanced working knowledge of office management systems, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) , calendar applications, and proficiency with database or project management software.Discretion and Trustworthiness : Absolute commitment to ethics and confidentiality when handling sensitive personal and professional information.Problem-Solving & Proactivity : Strong critical thinking and decision-making abilities to anticipate needs, resolve issues quickly, and take initiative without constant direction.Adaptability : A flexible and composed demeanor when managing unexpected changes and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.Preferred / Bonus Skills
Proficiency in a second language to support international communications or travel.Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development in administrative or technology fields.If you are a resourceful, detail-oriented professional ready to partner with a senior leader and contribute to their success, we encourage you to apply!