Job Description

Personal Assistant to Managing Director (Maternity Cover)

Hours: 28 per week across 4 days

Start Date: End of Oct

The A World UK CIC is seeking a highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant to support our Managing Director and wider team during maternity cover. This is a varied role combining administration, HR support, and basic accounts management.

We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage competing priorities, and is comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive PA and administrative support to the Managing Director.
Manage diaries, appointments, and correspondence.
Handle confidential information with discretion.
Liaise effectively with internal teams, external partners, HMRC, and suppliers.
Oversee utilities management across our store locations.
Support property management such as utilties and organising documents
Process and reconcile receipts, invoices, bank transactions, and expenses. (Assist with basic accounts management.)
Contribute to project work and carry out general admin duties.
Take initiative with ad-hoc tasks to support business needs.

About You

Proven experience in office administration is essential.
Strong organisational and prioritisation skills with the ability to work under pressure.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in IT (Microsoft Office; experience with finance software a plus).
Professional, reliable, and proactive approach.
Flexible, punctual, and committed to delivering high-quality work.
Comfortable working independently when required.

What We Offer

At The A World UK CIC, we believe in supporting our team to grow and succeed. We're proud of our culture of promoting from within and investing in training to help colleagues develop their careers.

You'll also enjoy a wide range of benefits, including:

Same-day OnDemand GP consultations.
Semi-flexible working days.
Access to company-wide events.
Discounts on groceries, shopping, holidays, insurance, restaurants, and more.
Up to 60% off garage bills at Halfords Autocentre.
Uniform provided.
Pension contributions.
Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support and counselling).
Cycle2Work scheme.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Personal Assistant to make a real impact in a supportive, values-driven organisation.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Contract length: 10 months

Pay: 13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 28 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Flexitime Free parking Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme
Experience:

Quickbooks or Xero: 1 year (preferred) Administrative: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person