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Your new company

A public sector-based organisation located in central Cardiff.

Your new role

This is a temporary Executive Assistant role to start as soon as possible. The anticipated duration for the postilion is 6 months, with a possible extension.

Role purpose

To provide cover for nominated executive and administrative assistants where required, and further administrative support to designated staff/groups and/or projects.

Duties

• Developing and maintaining a good understanding of the relevant work area and issues of importance.
• Provide secretarial and other administrative support through effective team work and prioritisation of primary, secondary and tertiary responsibilities.
• Liaise and communicate effectively with individuals and teams, to provide the support required and respond efficiently and effectively to changing priorities within a complex work programme.
• Ad-hoc administrative duties

What you'll need to succeed

You'll have previous Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant experience. You'll be comfortable dealing with stakeholders at all levels, both internal and external. You'll be comfortable supporting more than 1 Director. You'll have good IT skills and be a strong team player and communicator. Please note successful candidates will need to pass a DBS check as part of the onboarding process.

What you'll get in return

This is a temporary role to start ASAP. The anticipated duration is 6 months. 35 hours a week, Monday to Friday. 9am to 5pm, 1 hour for lunch (potentially flexibility on start / finish if required). This is a hybrid role, 1–2 days per week in the office (Tuesday is the fixed day in the office). The hourly rate is £17.58 - £18.68 per hour.

What you need to do now

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