Overview

You will play a key role within our central Business Support function, providing first-class secretarial and administrative support to Partners in our Energy and Utilities GTM team. The focus is on enabling our Partners and Consultants to concentrate on client projects by ensuring seamless operations and support. You will be the first point of contact for a diverse range of personnel.Key Responsibilities

Secretarial support for Partners

(approx. 80% of role):Complex diary and international travel management across multiple time zonesInbox management and communication gatekeepingSubmission of expenses in line with company policySupporting consultants with booking rooms, organising catering, and travel arrangementsSupporting internal team meetings, external client events, and preparing documentation or minutesGeneral time and workload management to meet tight deadlinesGeneral and system administration; ad hoc support

(approx. 20%):Supporting various Go-To-Market and capability initiativesProcessing purchase orders and assisting with ISO auditsProviding cover for team members during absenceSupporting workshops and other business support tasksHybrid working - our approach is to be in the office or on client site a minimum of 2 days per week. However, the actual time you spend and where you spend it will vary by role or assignment.Qualifications

Educated to A Level standard or equivalentEligible for Security ClearanceSkills and Personal Qualities

Significant secretarial and administrative experience, ideally within a large professional services organisationExcellent MS Office skills, especially Outlook, Word, and PowerPointStrong experience of complex diary and travel managementAbility to build effective working relationshipsConfident communicator, both written and verbal, with a friendly and professional mannerMeticulous attention to detail and qualityStrong planning and organisational abilities under pressureProactive, adaptable, and committed to supporting your teamExcellent team player with flexible and adaptable approach to workExperience in mentoring junior team members desirableWe know the skill-gap and ‘somewhat need to tick every box’ can get in the way of meeting brilliant candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply – we’d love to hear from you.Apply

Apply today by completing our online application.Please be aware that some UK roles at PA Consulting require a UK security clearance. All PA people are required to undergo background checks and to achieve the Baseline Personnel Security Standard; some UK roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting, where applicants must have at least 5 years of continuous residency in the UK. We therefore ask that you only apply if you meet the residency requirements (i.e. you are a British citizen or have been resident in the UK for the past 5 years).If you\''re unsure about your eligibility, review the UK Government’s guidance on security vetting before applying.Additional Information

Why Join Us?Work in a collaborative, high-performing team environmentHybrid working model offering flexibilityOpportunity to work with Partners supporting high-profile clients in the Defence and Security Go-To-Market teamOngoing learning, mentoring, and professional developmentLife At PA encompasses our peoples'' experience at PA. It\''s about how we enrich peoples’ working lives by giving them access to unique people and growth opportunities and purpose led meaningful work.Our purpose guides how we work with our clients and our teams, and support our communities, to deliver insight and impact, solving the world’s most complex challenges. We\''re focused on building a workplace that values human difference and diverse mindsets, and a culture of inclusion and equality that unlocks the potential in our people so everyone can be their best self.Find out more about Life at PA here.Benefits

Health and lifestyle perks accompanying private healthcare25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve) with the opportunity to buy 5 additional daysGenerous company pension schemeOpportunity to get involved with community and charity-based initiativesAnnual performance-based bonusPA share ownershipTax efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn)We’re committed to advancing equality. We recruit, retain, reward and develop our people based solely on their abilities and contributions and without reference to their age, background, disability, genetic information, parental or family status, religion or belief, race, ethnicity, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity (or expression), political belief, veteran status, or any other range of human difference brought about by identity and experience. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.Adjustments or accommodations - Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us on recruitmentenquiries@paconsulting.com

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