The Earl and Countess of Wessex both have busy and demanding schedules in the UK and abroad in support of Her Majesty The Queen, as well as their own Patronages, regional authorities and local institutions.
As Secretarial Assistant, you will assist the Personal Assistant to the Private Office and provide general administrative support to the whole team.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include preparing correspondence and handling telephone enquiries, as well as maintaining up to date records and office supplies. C o-ordinating all visitors, contractors and deliveries that arrive at the Household, you will process all the necessary paperwork and oversee access arrangements.
You will also keep an accurate record of any gifts received, and manage correspondence for annual office projects including Christmas cards and Garden Party invitations.
As an integral part of the team , you will have the opportunity to gain secretarial experience in a truly unique environment.
About you With previous PA or administrative/secretarial experience you will be efficient, well organised and able to prioritise multiple tasks and projects effectively.
As a proficient user of Microsoft Office applications you will be confident in using programmes including Outlook, Word and Excel.
You will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and be confident dealing with a wide range of individuals.
Finally, you will have an enthusiastic and pro-active approach to work and will enjoy using your own initiative and working collaboratively as part of a small team.
In return you will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including 33 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays), a 15% employer contribution pension scheme (with the option for flexibility – to increase contributions or draw down as salary), training and development, as well as access to a range of recreational facilities.
