Benefits: 

·        Hybrid Working: WFH on a Friday

·        Generous Holiday Entitlement: 25 days of annual leave, in addition to bank holidays

·        Celebrate Your Birthday: Enjoy an extra day off if your birthday falls on a weekday (Monday to Friday)

·        Pension Scheme: Automatic enrolment into a pension plan with a 3% employer contribution to support your future

·        Health and Wellbeing: Access to a comprehensive health care cash plan for added peace of mind

The Company: 

Our client is a Yorkshire-based charity with deep roots in the community, a big heart, and a bold vision for the future. With a wealth of experience behind them, they support children and young people living at a disadvantage, not just financially, but emotionally and practically too. More than just funding, they offer friendship, guidance, and hands-on support tailored to the evolving needs of every child and family they work with. For those who join their team, it’s an opportunity to be part of a passionate, committed organisation where your voice matters and your work truly make a difference.

The Role: 

We are seeking a Personal Assistant to the CEO who will serve as their primary support, handling a wide range of tasks as needed. This is a dynamic and demanding role, with each day presenting new challenges. A positive attitude and adaptable approach are crucial for success. This unique opportunity requires resilience, diligence, and determination, given the fast-paced nature of the industry and the role.

Flexibility is key as circumstances can change rapidly, necessitating the ability to adapt and tackle any task at hand. A willingness to learn, coupled with a strong work ethic, is essential. Most importantly, this role is based on trust and discretion. Initiative, ambition, and energy are prized qualities, as is the ability to foster strong relationships both internally and externally. Exceptional organisational skills, effective time management, and the capacity to meet deadlines are essential, along with meticulous attention to detail. Previous experience as a Personal Assistant in a fast-paced environment is required.

Key Responsibilities: 

·        Diary management, scheduling calls and meetings, and coordinating events

·        Handling daily email correspondence, addressing urgent inquiries on behalf of the CEO

·        Providing private PA support to the CEO, including managing personal appointments and needs

·        Maintaining the office filing system and overseeing procedures

·        Booking and preparing meeting rooms, as well as arranging refreshments

·        Conducting general office administration tasks, including answering calls and welcoming visitors

·        Cultivating relationships with supporters and key donors

·        Attending meetings with the CEO and compiling meeting minutes

·        Providing on-site and off-site support to the events team as required

·        Ensuring policies and insurance documents are current

·        Updating information packs for Trustee meetings

·        Generating reports as requested by the CEO

·        Acting as a Personal Assistant in supporting broader operational and strategic tasks where needed

The Candidate:

This position presents an exciting career opportunity, offering exposure to various aspects of the charity sector, including events, marketing, programmes, and talent management, as well as operational insights. Additionally, the role provides access to a broad professional network.

The successful candidate must possess initiative, decisiveness, autonomy, and effective prioritisation skills. Excellent communication abilities, enabling interaction at all levels, are imperative.

Personal Skills & Attributes: 

·        Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail

·        Proactive and able to take initiative with minimal supervision

·        Decisive and confident in making day-to-day decisions

·        Strong prioritisation skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

·        Excellent verbal and written communication skills

·        Professional and approachable, able to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels

·        Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and demands

·        Discreet and able to handle confidential information with integrity

·        Collaborative team player with a positive and supportive attitude

·        Quick learner, eager to develop skills across different areas of the organisation

·        A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and attention to detail

·        A genuine desire to make a difference through impactful, mission-driven events

In Return: 

Our client is offering a highly rewarding opportunity to join a well-established, mission-driven charity in Leeds as a Personal Assistant to the CEO. The role comes with a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including hybrid working with Fridays from home.

This Personal Assistant position provides exposure to multiple areas of the charity sector events, marketing, programmes, and talent management, offering invaluable operational insight and access to a broad professional network. It’s a unique chance to work closely with the CEO, contribute directly to impactful initiatives, and develop your skills in a dynamic, fast-paced, and supportive environment where initiative, discretion, and strong communication are highly valued.

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for, please visit live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

As a specialist events recruitment agency, we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well-being, abilities, and neurodiversity. We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations for any reason, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Vacancy Ref: DP/17005