Your new company My client is a dynamic, fast-growing retailer. Their Darlington base is at the heart of their operations, and they are seeking a highly organised and proactive PA to join a dynamic team on a temporary basis to cover maternity leave, to start ASAP.This role is a key position, and will provide exceptional administrative support at Director level. Your new role Provide comprehensive administrative support Coordinate and manage diaries, meetings, and appointments Meeting preparation including full secretariat support Credit card management Car fleet management Invoicing Preparation of reports, presentations, and correspondence Handle confidential information with discretion Perform other ad-hoc duties as required to support the team What you'll need to succeed Proven experience as a Personal Assistant Ability to pick up work quickly and work autonomously and with common sense Excellent organisational and time-management skills Strong communication and interpersonal abilities Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Ability to work independently and as part of a team Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk