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Base pay range
Our client is an exciting retail supplier with offices around the world. They are seeking a resilient, driven and highly organised PA to support their Founder in their Manchester office. This is a unique opportunity to join a creative and ambitious business, providing vital support at the heart of the organisation.
Position: PA to the Founder
Location: Manchester
Contract: Permanent- 4 days in the office, 1 WFH
Consultant: charley@lilyshippen.co.uk - Please direct all enquiries to Charley.
Responsibilities
* Extensive and complex diary management for the Founder, including daily scheduling and long-term planning.
* Arranging meetings, appointments and events, including personal engagements for the Founder’s friends and family.
* Booking and coordinating travel, transport, accommodation and visa arrangements for both business and personal travel.
* Managing expenses and maintaining accurate records.
* Organising and overseeing a range of personal commitments for the Founder.
* Handling all catering arrangements for internal and external meetings.
* Coordinating personal and business events end-to-end.
* Providing diary management and administrative support to the CFO and CEO as required.
* Offering general administrative support and assisting the wider team when needed.
Skills required
* Exceptional organisational and communication skills.
* 5-10 years PA experience within a similar sector.
* Proactive, self‑motivated and confident working independently.
* High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
* Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
* Flexible approach to working hours. Some evenings, weekends and out‑of‑hours support will be required.
* High levels of discretion, tact and professionalism.
* A positive, can‑do attitude and strong problem‑solving mindset.
* Comfortable working in a dynamic, rapidly evolving environment.
Lily Shippen is a leading recruitment agency, specialising in executive support and business support recruitment. We connect top talent with exceptional opportunities across the UK and internationally. Our expertise spans Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, Office Manager, Chief of Staff, and HR recruitment, offering tailored solutions for businesses across various industries.
We recruit for permanent, temporary, and fixed‑term contract roles across London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Cheshire, and beyond. Whether you’re seeking a new opportunity or looking to hire top talent, we’re here to help. If you’re an experienced Executive Assistant looking for a new challenge in a strategic, data‑driven role, we would love to hear from you.
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