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PA​/Executive Assistant

Job in Durham, Durham County, DH1, England, UK
Listing for: Hays Business Support
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-20
Job specializations:
  • Administrative/Clerical
    Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Virtual Assistant/ Remote Admin, Business Administration, Administrative Management
  • Business
    Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Business Administration, Administrative Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 30000 - 35000 GBP Yearly GBP 30000.00 35000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Your new company

Your new role
Providing comprehensive, high‑level administrative and organisational support to the company's Chief Executive and two other Senior Directors of a fast‑paced construction company. This role ensures the effective management of the Chief Executive's schedule, facilitates smooth communication across internal and external stakeholders, and supports strategic business activities to enable effective leadership and operational delivery.

Duties include:

Manage and prioritise the Chief Executive's diary, appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.
Coordinate and prepare meeting agendas, papers, presentations, and briefings.
Attend key meetings when required, taking confidential minutes and tracking actions.
Proactively filter, prioritise, and respond to communications (email, calls, correspondence) on behalf of the Chief Executive.
Oversee and improve executive office processes, ensuring smooth workflow across the organisation.
Organise company events, site visits, conferences, and stakeholder meetings.

What you'll need to succeed

Proven experience as a PA, EA, or senior administrator supporting C‑suite or senior leadership.
Strong organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritise in a fast‑moving environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
Ability to work independently and anticipate business needs.

What you'll get in return
The opportunity to join a fantastic organisation with a dedicated team of employees.

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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