Key Attributes of a Great Virtual Assistant

With more companies, entrepreneurs and individuals seeking remote support now than ever before, it is important to consider what makes a great Virtual Assistant. We have put together what we feel are the key attributes to look out for when searching for the right VA to bring onboard to your business. […]

2025-09-02T09:06:11+00:00March 30, 2021|Blog|

How to Recruit an Executive Assistant

Once you’ve come to the decision that you are going to recruit an Executive Assistant, it is important that you undertake research in order to establish what most support professionals are looking for with regards to a role. Having a better insight into what EAs want will set you apart from other companies within the [...]

2025-09-02T09:06:11+00:00March 16, 2021|Blog|

Lily Shippen makes key hire in the capital

A specialist secretarial recruitment firm has strengthened its presence in the capital, with the appointment of their Head of London Office.   Lily Shippen Secretarial Recruitment, who specialise in placing EAs, Chiefs of Staff, and Executive Support Teams across the UK and overseas, has described recruiting Victoria Coghlan to lead the firm’s growing team in London as a significant step in its development.  [...]

2025-09-02T09:06:11+00:00March 9, 2021|Blog|

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2025-09-02T09:06:11+00:00March 9, 2021|Blog|

How Can a Virtual Assistant Help to Grow Your Business?

We all know that running a business is no easy feat, and that it requires a great deal of time, patience, drive and motivation in order to continually grow your business day in day out. Whilst there are many things you, as an entrepreneur or business owner, can do in order to scale your business, [...]

2025-09-02T09:06:11+00:00March 9, 2021|Blog|

How to Find the Best PA Recruitment Agencies in London

Partnering with the best PA recruitment agency, that truly understands your company, needs and culture, will save you valuable time, effort and money, whilst ensuring that you find the candidate to suit your requirements.  As a team, Lily Shippen has partnered with a range of clients, spanning many different industries in London, who will always [...]

2025-09-02T09:06:11+00:00February 1, 2021|Blog|

Lily Shippen launches free online directory for Personal Assistants

Specialist executive and business support recruitment firm, Lily Shippen, has launched a free online directory specifically for Personal Assistants, Executive Assistants and business support staff across the UK. The directory that launched this morning features supply partners who may be of use to PAs and their wider businesses such as florists, lawyers, hamper companies and [...]

2025-09-02T09:06:11+00:00February 1, 2021|Blog|

PA Recruitment Agency

When a Personal Assistant hands in their notice, has to take time off for a holiday, maternity leave, illness or simply retires, it can be a stressful and challenging time for a business or individual. Finding suitable temporary or permanent staff can be a daunting and time-consuming task and, unfortunately, due to some hiring managers [...]

2025-09-02T09:06:11+00:00January 22, 2021|Blog|
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