Job Description

Job Opportunity:

Personal Assistant

Location:

Head Office, Houghton-le-Spring

Position Type:

Permanent

Salary:

Up to 30k

About Us

At Direct Business Group (DBG), we value relationships, delivering quality solutions, and finding joy in our day-to-day work. As a leading figure in the Energy Sector, we're acknowledged for our data-driven innovation, dedication to excellence for our team and clients, and outstanding team culture.

The Role

We are seeking a proactive and organised Personal Assistant to support the CEO, Senior Leadership Team, and Heads of Department, with responsibility for handling confidential information and providing reliable day-to-day assistance.

As a trusted partner to the SLT, you'll play a key role in ensuring smooth operations, effective communication, and strategic alignment. From managing complex diaries and travel arrangements to supporting key projects and events, your contribution will be essential to the success of our leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the CEO's & other SLT members diary, meetings, and travel arrangements with precision and flexibility Act as a professional point of contact for internal and external stakeholders Prepare high-quality reports, presentations, and documents Organise meetings, coordinate agendas, and take accurate minutes Arrange national and occasional international travel Submit expense reports and assist with finance-related admin Support company events and client hospitality Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion Provide adaptable support to SLT and Heads of Departments Identify and implement improvements to administrative processes

What We're Looking For

Exceptional organisational and time management skills Proactive and solution-focused mindset Professional and approachable manner High attention to detail Ability to work independently and collaboratively Proven experience as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant, ideally supporting a CEO or senior director Strong diary management and communication skills High level of discretion and confidentiality Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Confident in building relationships across all levels Proficient in MS Office and virtual meeting platforms (Teams/Zoom)

What's in it for You:

Loads of Holiday: Enjoy a whopping 32 days of holiday every year, including bank holidays. That's plenty of time to kick back and relax Extended paid time off over the Christmas period. Private Medical Cover: We've got you covered with private medical insurance for you and your family. Stay healthy, stay happy! Onsite Starbucks: Get your caffeine fix with Starbucks coffee right here in the office. Refer a Friend Bonus: Know someone awesome? Refer them to us and pocket some extra cash. It's a win-win! Tusker Car Scheme: Need wheels? We've got a car hire scheme to hook you up with affordable rides. Extra Holiday Days: Score up to 3 extra days off. 1 extra day each year just for sticking around and being awesome. Monthly Leave Incentive: Regular incentives for an extra day off every month as a little thank you for all your hard work. Financial Advice: Need some help with your finances? We've got you covered with private financial advice. Free Parking: Forget about parking headaches and extra cost each month. We've got free onsite parking so one less thing to worry about! Casual Vibes: Rock your favourite jeans and tees because we're all for comfort being key. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave: Bringing bundles of joy into this world is no easy job. That's why we offer enhanced maternity and paternity leave to support our employees during these important times.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company car Company events Enhanced maternity leave Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person