Personal Assistant (Construction Sector)
Location: Battle, East Sussex
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm (occasional out-of-hours support may be required )
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant with experience in the construction industry to provide both business and personal support to a busy Managing Director. This is a varied, fast-paced role where no two days are the same — you’ll be central to keeping both the office and the Director’s life running smoothly.
The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years’ experience as a PA, ideally within a construction environment, with the ability to anticipate needs, manage multiple priorities, and maintain confidentiality at all times.
Key Responsibilities
Business Support
Office management — supporting staff to maximise productivity and morale
Site support — assisting construction sites with day-to-day issues as they arise
Health & Safety — issuing RAMS, CPP, FSP&RA documentation to clients
Team coordination — ensuring all teams are kept informed with up-to-date information
Handover administration — maintaining accurate records ready for client handovers
Weekly reporting — preparing rota, labour pairs, stock lists, H&S reports and meeting minutes
Fleet & training support — assisting with vehicle management and training compliance
Accreditation renewals — supporting with CHAS/SMAS renewals
Executive & Personal Support
Complex diary and travel management — including arranging hotels, transport, events, and bookings
Proactive inbox and correspondence management
Managing confidential personal information (documents, finances, property records, tenancy agreements, mortgage details)
Handling school, household and property-related administration
Ordering, returns, and expense tracking
Forward planning — thinking ahead, identifying issues, and providing solutions before they arise
About You
Minimum 3 years’ PA experience, preferably within construction or a related industry
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Strong communication skills — able to liaise confidently with staff, clients, and suppliers
Resilient, proactive, and able to thrive in a busy, sometimes high-pressure environment
Confident handling of sensitive and confidential information
Able to work with flexibility, occasionally outside standard office hours
Package
Competitive salary (depending on experience, with potential flexibility for the right candidate) and very good benefits including onsite parking and comprehensive healthcare
Full-time, office-based role in Battle, East Sussex
Opportunity to work closely with a successful Managing Director in a trusted, long-term role