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Personal Assistant

Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh Area, EH1, Scotland, UK
Listing for: Hays Business Support
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary, Remote/Work from Home position
Listed on 2026-09-11
Job specializations:
  • Administrative/Clerical
    Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Virtual Assistant/ Remote Admin
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 17 - 20 GBP Hourly GBP 17.00 20.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Your new company
A public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Personal Assistant to join their team ona 9-month maternity cover contract. This is a predominantly remote role, with occasional travel required for meetings and collaborative working. The position offers a 36-hour working week, Monday to Friday, with flexible working arrangements available.

Your new role
As Personal Assistant, you will provide high-level administrative support to a senior leader, helping to ensure the smooth running of their day-to-day activities.

Minute-taking is a key part of the role, requiring excellent attention to detail and the ability to accurately capture discussions, decisions, and actions from a range of meetings.
Your responsibilities will include:

Managing diaries, meetings, and appointments.
Preparing agendas and meeting documentation.
Attending meetings and producing accurate minutes and action notes.
Managing emails and correspondence, ensuring timely and appropriate responses.
Supporting information requests and administrative processes.
Producing reports, documents,and communications using Microsoft Office.
Building positive working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
Providing general administrative support to senior management.

What you'll need to succeed

Previous experience in a PA, EA, or senior administrative role.
Minute-taking skills and attention to detail.
Strong diary management and organisational abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
A proactive and professional approach, with the confidence to engage with senior stakeholders.
The ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
What you'll get in return

Competitive rate of pay.
Predominantly remote working with occasional travel requirements.
Flexible working arrangements.
A 9-month maternity cover opportunity within a respected public sector organisation.
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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