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YOUR NEW ROLE, WHATS INVOLVED?

• Professional problem solver. Expert level communicator. Impeccable organiser. These are just a few attributes of a WSP Senior Personal Assistant.

• Responsible for providing highly efficient operational and administrative support to the UK Deputy CEO and other business leaders; this is an exciting and varied role.

• You will be expected use your own initiative and act as a gatekeeper, project manager and contributor to key initiatives and activities allowing Directors to focus on their core activities.

• There is really no such thing as an average day for a Senior PA but as a snapshot, some of your typical tasks might include;

• Provide a high level of operational and strategic support to business leaders and senior team members. Develop and maintain knowledge of the business unit including business strategy, key projects, initiatives, clients and stakeholders.

• Enhance productivity of business leaders through best use of technology and systems to improve efficiency and quality of operations.

• Anticipate and proactively manage the diary, inbox and associated tasks, as well as international and domestic travel bookings.

• Manage tasks and queries on behalf of Directors in a timely manner with the ability to establish priorities based on understanding of the business and strategy.

• Draft external and internal communications and contribute to profile raising. Contribute to events, business development and marketing activities.

• Handle speaker opportunities and presentation research and development

• Stay one step ahead of the team, anticipating requirements and proactively bringing together resources to support them.

• You will gain invaluable insight and experience of working for one of the world's leading engineering professional services firms and will work with internal stakeholders across our many and varied different functions and disciplines.

YOUR TEAM

• The role is supporting the UK Deputy CEO and a second senior business leader.

• The UK Business Administration team is the backbone of the UK WSP business and is key to the smooth running of the business. With clearly defined career pathways and exciting opportunities to develop, the team is made up of a Business Support team consisting of Business and Project Support, Document and Accessibility specialists, Graphics and Concierge. We have a Personal Assistant network providing support to senior directors.

• You will be able to meet your colleagues and share tips and best practice, proactively contribute to ensuring a safe and healthy working environment and get involved in new initiatives and ideas.

• You will be required to work from the office 3 days a week, with the opportunity to work from home for 2 days a week.

WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU

• Have previous experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or similar role where you delivered a high-quality business administration service in a demanding and pressurised environment. Previous experience in similar roles considered.

• Have a professional and confident manner.

• Have a desire to work in a fast-paced environment and can display a flexible and adaptable approach

• Have an eye for detail and the ability to work independently, quickly and efficiently.

• Have the ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues across the organisation.

• Have the ability to plan, prioritise, problem solve and use own initiative.

• Have strong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent attention to detail.

• Have a robust understanding of discretion and confidentiality.

• Are fully conversant to an advanced level in Microsoft 365, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

• Have a minimum of 10 GCSE's or equivalent including Maths and English. A-Levels or equivalent is desirable.