Personal Assistant
JOB_53497944734370Job type
PermanentLocation
BelfastWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Personal Assistant / Executive AssistantsIndustry
Energy, Utilities & MiningPay
37000
Personal Assistant, Belfast-based, £37,000
Your new company
Hays are partnering with utilities companies to recruit a personal assistant on a permanent basis.
Your new role
As Executive Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of the executive office. You’ll provide high-level secretarial, administrative, and personal support to the CEO and senior leaders, managing complex schedules, coordinating board and leadership meetings, and handling sensitive communications with discretion.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing the CEO’s diary, travel arrangements (including international itineraries), and correspondence.
- Preparing board packs, agendas, and minutes for executive meetings.
- Acting as the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
- Supporting corporate governance activities, including maintaining confidential records and coordinating with board members.
- Overseeing office systems and hospitality arrangements for meetings and events.
- Assisting with strategic projects, including research, report preparation, and presentation development.
This role requires a high level of professionalism, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities with minimal supervision.
What you'll need to succeed
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as a PA or Executive Assistant supporting C-suite executives.
- Experience supporting board-level governance or working in a corporate secretarial capacity.
- Strong understanding of corporate governance principles and regulatory requirements.
- Proven ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
- Experience working within a regulated industry or complex organisational environment.
- Exceptional organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport across all levels.
- Professional demeanour with excellent business etiquette.
- High emotional intelligence, sound judgement, and political awareness.
- Flexible and adaptable approach to changing priorities.
- Resilient, proactive, and solutions-focused mindset.
Desirable:
- Degree-level qualification in Business Administration or a related field.
- Chartered Secretary qualification (or working towards).
- Experience within the energy sector or similar regulated industries.
What you'll get in return
- £37,000 per annum
- Belfast-based role
- Permanent opportunity
- The opportunity to earn a 6–9% on target annual bonus.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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