Job Description

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.Were 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.Were looking for people like you, and this could be your opportunity to start Building Your New Possible.What is the role?We are now looking to recruit a Personal Assistant (PA)/Office Manager to join Persimmon Homes Yorkshire. 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 companies 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
• Co-ordinating company cars accurately to maintain an acceptable level of compliance for the local business
• 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 companies highest standards of care
• General office management duties to include stationary orders, maintaining the cleanliness of the building, and general staff welfare, keeping the Health and Safety file up to date ready for annual audits

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

Whats in it for you?The Salary & Benefits package

• Salary competitive (DOE)
• Contributory pension
• Life cover
• Bonus

When you join us, the future is yours to explore. You can realise your full potential through industry-leading training and clearly signposted career paths. Persimmon is where hard graft and team spirit means real variety, satisfaction and rewards. A place where you can be at your best, and even go beyond what you thought you were capable of. If this sounds like the place for you, apply today and start Building Your New Possible.Persimmon are Proud Sponsors of Team GBNo Agencies please Persimmon will not accept speculative CVs as a means of introductionPersimmon is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination.Our aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.If you have any questions about the job or application process please contact us at talentacquisition@persimmonhomes.com

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