Personal Assistant and Office Manager
Location: Alderley Edge (Full-Time, Permanent)
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum (DOE)

A unique opportunity has arisen for an established Personal Assistant and Office Manager to join an innovative biotech company during an exciting period of growth. This role will be based at their offices in Alderley Edge and is a permanent position.

This varied and fast-paced role will see you joining the business as an essential part of the core team, providing executive support to the senior team and ensuring the smooth running of the office.

You will have an eye for detail and be able to work quickly and efficiently whilst managing your workload according to company priorities. Our client is currently in a growth stage, so you must be adaptable and willing to be involved in all aspects as required. This role demands flexibility and a willingness to be proactive to fully assist everyone in the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing personal assistant support to senior staff, including travel arrangements, diary management, and personal tasks.
• Overseeing all office management duties, including HR, IT support, answering and managing company calls, organising staff and client events, ordering supplies, and maintaining a tidy operational environment.
• Acting as the first point of contact and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office.
• Assisting with onboarding new starters and fostering a positive and stimulating office culture.

Role Requirements

• Excellent English skills – reading, writing, and speaking.
• Impeccable organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Discretion and care when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• High ownership level, able to handle situations independently while knowing when to seek feedback.
• Self-motivated, positive, and enthusiastic.
• A "no task too small or too large" attitude and willingness to perform any task required.
• Proficient in MS Office and general PC tasks, with the ability to train others if needed.
• Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously, switching between tasks, and prioritising effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a business in its early stages and progress alongside its growth.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience).
• A chance to work in an innovative and rapidly expanding biotech company.

Lily Shippen is a leading business and executive support recruitment agency in the UK. We specialise in placing exceptional talent into roles such as Personal Assistants, Executive Assistants, Private PAs, Office Managers, and Chief of Staff positions. Our expertise spans a variety of industries, including biotech, creative, professional services, legal, and finance.

We offer tailored recruitment solutions for temporary, permanent, and fixed-term contract roles across the UK, including London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Bristol, and Alderley Edge, as well as remote and international opportunities.

Whether you're looking for a Personal Assistant to manage complex schedules, an Office Manager to oversee daily operations, or a Chief of Staff to provide strategic support, Lily Shippen connects businesses with skilled professionals to drive success.