Personal Assistant to Chief Financial Officer – Financial Services
Location: Manchester (Hybrid role, aligned with business needs)
Contract: 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Salary: Up to £40,000 DOE + Benefits

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Personal Assistant to support the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of a well-established financial services organisation. This 6-month contract role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with a senior leader, providing high-level administrative support to enhance the CFO’s productivity and effectiveness.

In this role, your primary responsibility will be to manage the CFO’s diary, coordinate appointments, and prepare meeting materials. You will act as a crucial link between the CFO and other departments, ensuring seamless communication and support across the business.

Responsibilities include:

• Diary management including booking appointments, arranging travel and accommodation.
• Ensure the CFO is fully prepared for all meetings and engagements by collating any necessary paperwork.
• Provide a link between the wider business and the CFO.
• Liaise with the Executive Team in connection with ongoing projects across the business.
• Prepare presentations and board reports using PowerPoint.
• Prepare general correspondence including drafting of letters, emails, and other communications.
• Send correspondence on behalf of the CFO.
• Collate and circulate management information.
• Maintain accurate records of papers and electronic correspondence.

Person Specification:

• Previous experience in a similar role supporting at the C-Suite level.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to create PowerPoint presentations and spreadsheets, including work with formulas.
• Ability to stay calm within a busy working environment.
• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to work at all levels.
• Strong initiative and ability to work independently.
• High level of confidentiality.

Benefits:

• Contributory pension scheme and death-in-service benefit at 4 x annual salary
• Competitive salary
• Health benefit scheme, including digital gym subscriptions, dental, and alternative therapies
• Flexible working options and competitive holiday allowance
• Employee referral bonus scheme
• Regular social events

This hybrid role offers flexibility in line with business needs, providing an excellent balance of office and remote work.

If you’re an experienced PA with a proactive approach and are looking for a dynamic and rewarding position, we would love to hear from you!

Lily Shippen – Experts in PA Recruitment for Financial Services Across the UK

Lily Shippen’s business support team specialises in recruiting high-calibre Personal Assistants, Executive Assistants, and Office Managers for the financial sector. With offices in London and Manchester, we connect top talent with leading organisations across the UK, offering temporary, permanent, and fixed-term recruitment solutions.