Personal Assistant to the Chairman & Director
Location: Newcastle Upon-Tyne
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Hours: 8 (eight) hours per week
Join the Careline Lifestyles Team
Careline Lifestyles is seeking a highly organised, proactive, and professional Personal Assistant to the Chairman & Director. This is a varied and rewarding role supporting senior leadership in both business and personal matters. The successful candidate will be a trusted confidant with excellent organisational skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining the highest levels of confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities
Executive & Administrative Support
- Prepare professional reports, presentations, meeting papers, and correspondence.
- Handle confidential and sensitive documents with discretion.
- Organise and maintain electronic and paper filing systems.
- Scan, file, and securely manage important documentation.
- Order stationery, office supplies, and other business-related products.
- Provide general administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the Chairman's and Director's office.
Personal Assistance
- Manage personal appointments and commitments.
- Arrange personal errands and coordinate personal travel where required.
- Assist with ad hoc personal tasks, ensuring a seamless balance between professional and personal commitments.
Diary Management
- Manage complex and ever-changing diaries for the Chairman and Director.
- Schedule meetings, appointments, and events while anticipating potential conflicts.
- Prioritise appointments and ensure efficient time management.
Travel Coordination
- Arrange business and personal travel, including train tickets, accommodation, and itineraries.
- Prepare travel schedules and ensure all arrangements are communicated effectively.
- Handle last-minute changes efficiently when required.
Research
- Conduct research on a range of business and personal topics.
- Gather and present information in a clear, concise, and professional format to support decision-making.
About You
We're looking for someone who is:
- Highly organised with excellent time management skills.
- Experienced in providing executive or personal assistant support to senior leaders.
- Professional, discreet, and able to maintain strict confidentiality.
- Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- An excellent communicator with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to work independently, use initiative, and adapt to changing priorities.
- Meticulous with excellent attention to detail.
- Calm under pressure and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or in a similar senior administrative role.
- Excellent organisational and diary management skills.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary.
- Supportive and friendly working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- The opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and make a meaningful contribution to the organisation.
If you are an organised, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting senior leaders, we'd love to hear from you.
Please note this role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check, which will be carried out by the company once successful.