Having only launched a few months ago, the LGBT Admin and Assistant Network has gone from strength to strength as it aims to create an inclusive platform for the LGBT community to share and socialise. Jade Burke catches up with co-founders Adam Maxted and Craig Harris. Why did you choose to set up the LGBT […]

As more companies seek professional staff who sit specifically in their culture and operations, the traditional role of an administrative employee has vastly changed. For example, members of the industry have witnessed the number of job titles grow, while the responsibilities for like-for-like job roles differ and are often very diverse. In recognition of this, […]

Steeped in history, Devon’s Huntsham Court oozes with period character to ensure a memorable weekend away. Jade Burke heads to the country retreat to enjoy this giant home from home. Getting the chance to escape the hustle and bustle of London and spend a weekend in the Devon countryside is quite possibly everyone’s dream break. […]

Ahead of the next PA Profile in the upcoming July/August issue of PA Life, Jade Burke sits down with Samina Azam, EA at Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP), to find out who inspires her and what jam gets her on the dancefloor. What do you do? Anticipate my bosses needs and ensure she has a fluid […]

With over a decade of education experience under her belt, Sandy Chander – PA to Ricky Martin and communications and marketing officer at Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) – embraced a career change as an assistant five years ago. Jade Burke catches up with her to find out how she hopes to raise more awareness […]

First impressions mean everything, especially when it comes to new job roles. According to new research carried out by recruiting expert, by Hays PA & Secretarial, 55 per cent of PAs surveyed have been deterred from pursuing a role due to a poor first impression. Over two thirds (68 per cent) of respondents claimed that […]

I’m not going to lie, the idea of cooking straight on a fire is a little daunting, but the chefs and the staff at The Coal Shed, London, couldn’t be more comfortable. The restaurant prides itself on serving nothing but the finest meat and seafood that has all been cooked over the fire, hence the […]

Need some inspiration for your next meeting space or private dining location? Why not become a member of the PA Life Club and join us as we visit some of the latest openings and iconic venues? The PA Life Club is a member’s only group where assistants, office managers and admin professionals come together to […]

There’s no doubt about it, technology is consuming our lives with work often invading our downtime at home. Rachel Hutchinson, marketing manager at The Grand Brighton, believes there are certain things we can put in place to help employees switch off. She shares her top tips Technological advancements have changed the way we communicate, work […]

Limo Plus offers PAs its top tips on making the classic horse racing event an unforgettable experience Royal Ascot, one of the most important events in the global horse racing calendar, is the place to be seen this summer. However, underneath the surface of its sophisticated British charm lies careful planning and logistics, from the […]

Chris Meredith from office space rental agency London Offices, shares his tips to help keep the office and its employees cool this summer With summer well and truly on its way, the workplace is likely to become much warmer and overheat, resulting in employees suffering and sweltering the day away. But there are some ways […]

Sun, sand and cocktails – all we were missing from last night’s networking evening with Corporate Traveller was the sea! A group of PAs and I headed to The Montague Hotel in Bloomsbury, London last night where travel management service, Corporate Traveller got everyone prepared for summer. A beach bar had been set up outside, […]

Located just a few minutes’ walk away from Vauxhall tube station sits the impressive cricket ground, Kia Oval. Perhaps not the most traditional site for meetings or conferences, however, inside there is plenty for corporate clients to choose from. A group of PAs and I were invited down to the Kia Oval yesterday for a […]

Some work peers and I visited Windsor last weekend as part of the PA Life Club’s second FAM Trip with The Agendo Organisation and the Royal Borough of Windsor. We travelled down Friday afternoon for an overnight stay at the Foxhills Hotel, and what a stunning venue this three-star hotel is. Located between 400 acres […]

After being exposed to the role of an assistant over a year ago, Claire Hunter, PA at recruitment company Bain and Gray, hasn’t looked back since. Jade Burke finds out why she took the plunge to move to London from Australia and why she feels work experience is so vital to kick-start a career The […]

Annie Walton Doyle, from Inspiring Interns, shares her thoughts on what candidates should remove from their CV to land their dream job 1. A ‘career objective’ If you’re using your CV to apply for a job, it’s pretty obvious your immediate aim. And adding in some faraway goal is unlikely to make you seem ambitious […]

Grilled specialities dominate the menu at the Three Cranes, where diners can step inside and enjoy some exquisite pub food. Jade Burke heads to the restaurant to check out its offering Despite its exterior, the Three Cranes isn’t your usual London pub. The historic site can be found down Garlick Hill just outside of Mansion […]

Historic Royal Palaces’ business development manager, Milan Thakrar, gives some invaluable advice on planning an event at a historical venue, from adding unique themes to tips on preservation rules and access routes For events with an unbeatable atmosphere and a one-of-a-kind setting, historic venues are the go-to choice and are also well versed in hosting […]