Personal Assistant/Office Manager

at  Persimmon Homes

From the commitment we pour into our homes, to the belief we bring to supporting amazing careers, a role at Persimmon is a springboard for Building Your New Possible. Discover new opportunities to grow, learn new skills and release your potential.
We’re Persimmon Homes, a FTSE 100 listed company and a leading UK house builder serving local communities across the UK and delivering around 10,000 homes a year. We have 29 operating businesses in England, Wales and Scotland, three house-building brands and three off-site manufacturing facilities.

WHAT EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Previous experience in a similar role is essential
• Fully conversant with Microsoft Office including, Excel and Outlook
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Experience in managing and prioritising multiple tasks

WHAT IS THE ROLE?

We are now looking to recruit a Personal Assistant (PA) / Office Manager to join Persimmon Homes North Midlands. This role reports to the Managing Director.
The purpose of this role is to provide a confidential secretarial service for the Managing Director and where applicable the Regional Management team and to ensure the administration functions in all departments work together cohesively.

THE ROLE WILL INCLUDE:

• Providing PA support to ensure the effective running of the office administration, maintaining the company’s high standards of reporting and organisation
• Organising diary management and dealing with correspondence swiftly to maintain good levels of communication at all times
• Compiling letters and reports, including board reports accurately and on time so the management team have the necessary regional information to make necessary business decisions
• Organising business travel and accommodation in line with company guidelines so that important meetings can take place
• Preparing itineraries and accurate minute taking, documenting key tasks which are important for future action and success
• As Vehicle Administrator for region co-ordinate company cars accurately to maintain an acceptable level of compliance for the local business and ensure Group Company Car Policy is adhered to and relevant paperwork provided
• Ensuring that Customer complaints are managed effectively and in good time so we maintain the company brand and reputation
• Assisting the Divisional Finance Director and Human Resources Manager providing full support as per the company’s highest standards of care
• Managing Reception staff
• General management of office and facilities