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Personal Assistant

Licensed sponsor Reading Full-time Posted 11 hours ago

Overview

We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the Supply Chain Senior Director, Customer, Planning and Logistics Teams, managing priorities, schedules, leadership routines and stakeholder coordination in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Proactively manage the Senior Director’s diary, meetings and priorities, resolving conflicts and ensuring effective use of time.
  • Coordinate leadership meetings, including scheduling, agendas, materials and follow-up actions.
  • Organise travel, accommodation, itineraries and associated logistics.
  • Manage expenses, purchase orders and relevant administrative processes.Support preparation and coordination of presentations, reports and leadership communications.
  • Track key actions, deadlines and commitments, proactively following up with relevant stakeholders.
  • Coordinate team events, leadership sessions and other business activities.
  • Manage correspondence and incoming requests, ensuring appropriate prioritisation and follow-up.
  • Build strong relationships across Supply Chain and key cross-functional teams.
  • Handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
  • Anticipate upcoming requirements, identify potential conflicts and proactively resolve issues.
  • Provide general administrative support to ensure the Senior Director and wider leadership team operate effectively.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant or senior administrative professional, ideally supporting senior leadership.
  • Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
  • Strong ability to manage multiple priorities in a demanding environment.
  • Confident communicating with senior stakeholders.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • High attention to detail and strong follow-through.Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Teams.
  • Comfortable working independently and taking ownership.
  • Strong judgment and discretion when dealing with confidential matters.

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