Personal Assistant - #2165924

JOB TITLE: Personal Assistant

Full time role - 40 hours per week

On site based role in and surrounding Manchester - Monday to Friday with occasional travel

COMPANY 

Whispering Smith is the UK’s largest importer, wholesaler, and distributor of menswear and womenswear, and a global leader in fashion design, production, and delivery.

JOB OVERVIEW

We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the owners of the Whispering Smith covering business elements and personal day to day admin / life style. This dynamic role involves managing schedules, coordinating communications, and handling administrative tasks with precision and professionalism. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Personal assistant to the owners
• All administration tasks.
• Manage and maintain calendars, scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements efficiently.
• Handle incoming calls with professionalism, excellent phone etiquette while screening and directing inquiries appropriately.
• Manage all private household tasks and lifestyle.
• Perform data entry tasks accurately, maintaining up-to-date records and filing systems.
• Assist with financial matters and reporting.
• Coordinate logistics for meetings, events, and conferences, including venue arrangements and catering if needed.
• Support all clerical functions and any other additional requirements.

REQUIRED

• Full clean driving licence
• At least two years PA experience
• Proven administrative experience or previous office experience demonstrating strong organisational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Docs).
• Familiarity with accounting.
• Excellent typing skills with high accuracy and speed; strong data entry capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong phone etiquette skills combined with professional communication abilities.
• Experience with clerical duties such as filing, record keeping, and office organisation is highly desirable.

*Work Location: In person

Please send your CV and Cover letter to Charlotte at [email protected]