At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.   

So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!   

More about your role 

You'll be at the heart of supporting our Places for People Scotland Board Members.  You will support our Non-Executive Directors to ensure they have all the information they need which will include arranging meetings, ensuring things run to schedule and acting as their first point of contact. 

You will be the go-to person for coordinating stakeholder updates, coordinating travel, and supporting with the coordination of papers and impactful presentations.  

Your role will also involve managing inboxes, swiftly identifying urgent matters, and ensuring Board members stay ahead of deadlines.  

You'll be trusted to work closely with senior internal and external stakeholders, including Group Board members and government officials.  

On top of that, you'll dive into business systems ensuring everything from purchase orders to invoice approvals runs seamlessly. Every day will bring new challenges, and you'll have the autonomy to drive efficiency, handle high-level tasks, and make a real impact! 

This is a Part Time role working 18 hours a week, we are flexible on whether you want to do 3 full days or spread this across the week on the expectation that you are available for Board meetings and other pre-planned in person meetings. The role will offer a hybrid working model, combining both office and home-based work. 

For more information, please download our job profile available on our website. 

Essential criteria   

• Board structures and governance procedures - experience and awareness of how this works. 

More about you 

You'll be the right-hand support to senior leaders, drawing on your proven experience as an Executive Assistant (EA) or Personal Assistant (PA) at a senior level. With your knack for handling sensitive information discreetly and staying calm under pressure, you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment. A true self-starter, you'll juggle multiple priorities with ease, expertly organising meetings and keeping everything running smoothly. You'll be the professional face of the leadership team, representing them and the Places for People Group with energy, integrity, and an approachable attitude, all while upholding the highest standards. Every day will be an opportunity to make an impact and drive success! 

Benefits   

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.    

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:    

• Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly 

• Pension with matched contributions up to 7% 

• Excellent holiday package – 35 days (including bank holidays)  annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave 

• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year 

• A bonus at up to 2% 

• Training and development 

• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more. 

What's next?

If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment team recruitment@placesforpeople.co.uk 

If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk.

Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.

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