Executive Personal Assistant to Director ( Colombo, Sri Lanka )
Manpower Sri LankaOur prestigious client in the UK, who are a fast-growing group of companies in the
Accountancy and Financial services industry, is seeking for an experienced and dedicated
Executive Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the Director.
Salary: Rs. 145,000
Job Role:
This role offers a dynamic opportunity to work closely with top-level management,
coordinating calendars, managing travel arrangements, and providing efficient administrative
support. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess exceptional organizational
and communication skills.
Responsibilities:
- Provide high-level administrative support to the Director, including managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings.
- Handle confidential sensitive documents and information of the Director and company with discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Manage communication channels, including screening phone calls, responding to emails, and drafting correspondence on behalf of the Director.
- Act as the first point of contact in the absence of the Director, handling inquiries and issues.
- Handle client complaints and inquiries professionally, escalating them to the Director as necessary.
- Coordinate with Advisors and paraplanners regarding queries and case matters, providing necessary support.
- Assist in coordinating matters with internal and external stakeholders as required.
- Conduct accounting tasks, such as reconciling Xero, tracking expenses, and processing payments.
- Prepare monthly profit and loss for company directors.
- Coordinate travel arrangements and accommodations for the Director and other team members as needed.
- Prepare presentations, reports, and documents as required by the Director, ensuring accuracy and professionalism.
- Manage FCA accounts, staying updated on deadlines and regulatory requirements.
- Create and manage Google Business accounts, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information.
- Respond to Google and Trustpilot reviews, addressing feedback and concerns.
- Follow up on payments and ensure timely processing.
- Provide monthly PMS Proc Fee report to the Compliance Officer.
- Add new users and allocate CPD's in the Competent Adviser system.
- Maintain and update registers/login sheets, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Monitor back office work to ensure targets are met, reporting any discrepancies or delays.
Experience and Qualifications:
- Candidates should be adaptable to UK Office hours: Monday to Friday, 2.30pm to
- 10.30pm in the winter and 1.30pm to 9.30pm in the summer (SL time).
- Proven work experience as a Personal Assistant, preferably as a Personal Assistant to top-level management.
- Knowledge of office management systems and procedures.
- Intermediate knowledge and experience with basic accounting tasks.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and accounting software.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Discretion and confidentiality are paramount.
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work with minimal supervision.
MANPOWER LANKA SOLUTIONS (PVT) LTD.
Recruitment, Executive Search, HR, Outsourcing & Job Seeker Services.
#19, De Vos Avenue, Bambalapitiya, Colombo 04, Sri Lanka.
Colombo, Sri Lanka