Location: London (Hybrid)
Contract Length: 3 months (with potential extension or perm opportunity)
PAYE only
Overall Purpose of the Role:
We are seeking a highly professional and experienced Personal Assistant (PA) to support the Chief Compliance Officer for Barclays UK (BUK). This is a high-profile opportunity at the heart of a major financial institution, providing critical executive support to a key member of the Barclays leadership team. The role goes beyond traditional diary management – it requires sound judgement, discretion, and the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced, board-facing environment.
Key Accountabilities:
* Complex diary management for a senior executive, including scheduling and prioritising high-level meetings
* Coordinating international and domestic travel, including detailed itineraries and logistics
* Liaising with internal and external Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) and senior stakeholders
* Managing the flow of board papers, agendas, and meeting materials
* Making informed decisions on calendar conflicts based on business priority
* Ensuring smooth daily operations, adhering to proper meeting protocols (especially for 1:1s and leadership reviews)
* Occasional out-of-hours support depending on business demands
Key Skills and Experience:
* Proven experience supporting C-suite or senior executives as a PA or EA
* Strong background in a corporate or financial services environment
* Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and time management skills
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
* Strong communication skills with the ability to interact confidently with stakeholders at all levels
* Discretion, reliability, and resilience – essential for managing sensitive matters
* Ambitious, proactive, and driven – someone who takes ownership of their work
* Experience working in a business management or Chief of Staff-style team is desirable
* Ability to commit to the demands of a senior support role, including hybrid working at 1CP (Wednesday–Friday required on-site)
Your Benefits:
* Pension Plan (after 12 weeks on assignment)
* Holiday Pay
* 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme
* Discounts at various high street shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues (from Asda to Zizzi Italian restaurants)
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