Personal Assistant to Partners / Directors (PA) - 12 month FTC

An exciting opportunity to join National Tax Support has arisen and we are looking for an experienced Assistant to join our developing team. It is also a great time to join the UK Tax practice as it enters a dynamic growth phase. As a Personal Assistant to our Partners/Directors, you will be adding value by proactively assisting them to enhance their effectiveness through the removal of any admin burden and helping them to grow our business. You will often be the first point of contact for our clients or potential clients so will be an 'ambassador' both externally and with internal facing teams.

We're happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we'll support you to balance your work and life.

A look into the role

As a Personal Assistant to Partners/Directors in our tax team you will:

· Manage complex diaries and schedules

· Coordinate travel requirements both domestic and international

· Monitor partner/director in-box and triage emails on their behalf

· Support business development activity and keep systems up to date

· Manage the organisation and execution of various events, such as meetings, seminars, conferences, dinners, networking events, and corporate hospitality, whether they are online, hybrid, in-house, or external

· Process timesheets and expenses and various admin tasks

Joining us as a Personal Assistant to Partners/Directors the minimum criteria you'll need is proven successful experience for working as an experienced Personal Assistant helping those at a senior level. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the Tax growth story with a team who values their people and has an inclusive culture.

It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don't worry if you don't tick every box, we'll help you develop along the way.

· Experience of working as part of a team in a corporate environment

· Good knowledge of Microsoft 365, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel and AI tools

· Excellent communication skills both written and oral

· Proactive approach and confident in dealing with people at all levels

Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 73,000 people in over 150 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton., Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.

Our open and accessible culture means you'll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That's why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.

Beyond the job

Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you're with outside of work matter, that's why we're happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we'll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.

The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you'll be giving back to society. It's that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our Values - Purposely drive, Actively curious and Candid but kind.

We're looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what's right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It's how it should be.

The things you do, and the people you're with outside of work matter, that's why we're happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we'll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.

Whether that's working reduced contracted hours, working your hours over a shorter period or utilising our 'how we work' framework. Everyone has an immediate right to request a flexible arrangement through our flexible working policy.