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Personal Assistant – PA to the MD – Based in Newcastle NE5
A dynamic personal assistant / exec assistant to a very busy MD who runs multiple SME businesses in the North East.
A phased handover with the current PA who has been with the MD/Founder for 10 years
A very stable and fast paced, varied role. We need an experienced PA/EA who has worked for an owner lead business who is resilient, super organised, robust, professional and can think on their feet.
Negotiable salary DOE – Holidays and benefits to be discussed
Full time role – Monday to Friday. Office based. NE5
A varied and demanding role. Patience and composure is required along with exceptional organisation skills and initiative. Multiple stakeholders, multiple businesses, and plenty of moving parts – Fast paced role with lots of variety.
Start October / November 2025. Jasmine @ Duval is recruiting this demanding, but highly rewarding role.

Top opportunity for a razor-sharp, highly organised Personal Assistant to step into a pivotal role supporting a dynamic MD/Entrepreneur across multiple business interests. We need a plate spinner, diary manager, someone diplomatic who can be the calm in the storm, is this you?
Get in touch with Jasmine @ Duval.

More on the role…

* Coordinate meetings, events, and appointments across business and personal calendars

* Liaise with family members and key contacts to ensure seamless scheduling

* Book meeting rooms and ensure boardroom is prepped and presentable

* Handle calls, emails, and draft professional correspondence

* Process expenses, reconcile statements, and manage spreadsheets

* Manage tenant invoicing and quarterly billing

* Support VAT returns and bank reconciliations (phased in over time)

* Book flights, hotels, and transport for business and family travel

* Prepare detailed itineraries and manage last-minute changes

* Liaise with multiple stakeholders across different business interests

* Maintain confidentiality while managing sensitive information

* Provide support to the MD’s wife and younger family members for admin and travel

* Be the MD’s trusted right-hand – organised, reliable, and always one step ahead!

Who we need…

* Experience supporting senior leadership in an owner-led business

* Exceptional calendar and diary management and organisational skills

* Strong backbone, thick skin, and a calm, professional presence

* Ability to work at speed, juggle priorities, and stay two steps ahead

* Excellent IT skills and a modern, proactive approach

* Trustworthy, diplomatic, and confident enough to have an opinion

* Comfortable liaising with younger family members and handling personal admin

* Can work in an office-based role, based in Newcastle NE5

Do you thrive on responsibility, variety, and being indispensable? This is a great role for you? Apply now – or get in touch (LinkedIn, e-mail) with Jasmine @ Duval