Personal Assistant

• Professional problem solver. Expert-level communicator. Impeccable organiser. These are just a few attributes of a WSP Personal Assistant.
• Responsible for providing professional administrative and business support to (up to 5) Business Unit Directors, this is an exciting and varied role.
• There is really no such thing as an average day for a WSP PA, but as a snapshot, some of your typical tasks might include (but are not restricted to):
  • Diary management across multiple time zones.
  • International and domestic travel booking.
  • Project management.
  • Meeting and event coordination.
  • Internal communications.
  • Purchases and expenses.
  • Preparation of presentations, marketing materials, and reports.
  • HR tasks: onboarding, right-to-work checks, inductions.
• You will gain invaluable insight and experience working for one of the worlds leading engineering professional services firms and will work with internal stakeholders across our many and varied different functions.

• With clearly defined career pathways and exciting opportunities to develop, the team is made up of Business Support Partners (BSPs), Personal Assistants (PAs), Business Support, including travel and accessibility specialists, Graphics, and Concierge. As a PA, you will report to the Business Support Partner.
• You will be able to meet your colleagues, share tips and best practices, proactively contribute to ensuring a safe and healthy working environment, and get involved in new initiatives and ideas.

• You will have an eye for detail and the ability to work independently, quickly, and efficiently.
• You will be able to work independently and efficiently, possess an eye for detail, and communicate effectively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Degree qualified
• Fully conversant at an advanced level in Microsoft 365, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

The right candidate will:

• Display a flexible and adaptable approach.
• Have excellent prioritisation skills.
• Have a minimum of 7+ years experience working as a PA or Executive cum Administrative assistant, delivering a high-quality business administration service in demanding and pressurised environments.
• Be very comfortable using your own initiative.
• Have the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other colleagues.