The Cystic Fibrosis Trust is recruiting an experienced executive assistant to support the organisation’s senior leadership team. This full-time role offers a salary of circa £25,000 and is based at the charity’s office in Bromley, Kent. This exciting role will provide administrative and executive support to the Cystic Fibrosis Trust’s senior leadership team, with particular responsibility for the Director of…
read moreContinuing professional development can be just the boost your career needs, but what are the essential trends within training that PAs need to be aware of? PA Life Editor Colette Doyle quizzes the education experts “The 21st-century office has witnessed a dramatic transformation in working practices brought about by changes in technology and developments in management techniques. As a result,…
read moreA complete awareness of the function of leadership, the diversity of work on offer and having control of your own career development are just three of the reasons that make the role of the PA uniquely privileged. According to recruitment agency Hays, which recently surveyed 536 top EAs face-to-face, unless you aspire to become the CEO of an organisation, there…
read moreHeythrop Park in Oxfordshire was the backdrop for this year’s EXECSec Summit, when around 70 delegates gathered to meet with suppliers and network with their peers. PA Life Editor Colette Doyle finds out how they got on Trade shows have their place, but we all know the frustration of schlepping wearily round a hall for hours on end, desperately trying…
read moreAt PA Life we’re devoted to bringing you the very latest news, advice and recommendations on a whole smorgasbord of topics that we hope are of interest to you in your professional lives. Since our most popular stories seem to be those that provide suggestions on how to engender a better working relationship with your manager, we thought we’d ensure…
read moreWhether you’re starting a new job or looking to step up and impress your boss, there is a certain set of skills every successful PA should have. If you want to achieve success in your role, have a look at this essential list and find out which areas to focus on improving. Leadership You may be asked to lead a…
read moreReturning to work after maternity leave can result in a host of emotions to deal with and a range of issues to consider. Janice Haddon discusses the practicalities. When first returning to work, you may be glad of the change – the contrast between work and home life can help us feel fulfilled. For others, guilt can arise for having…
read moreWith all the demands on my time made by Mr P (“Book me on an early morning flight to Frankfurt, Penelope”, “Can you arrange to send my wife a nice birthday present, Penelope?”, “Where on earth are my glasses, Penelope?”) it’s not often I get the chance to get out of the office. I’m so glad I made the effort…
read moreIt’s not very often you get the chance to experience what it’s like to be on Dragons’ Den, but Candle by Events has created a unique team-building workshop based around the hit reality TV show. The activity is sure to get the creative juices flowing among your colleagues and get everybody thinking in business terms. The workshop is the team-building…
read moreThe EXECSec Summit is the ideal event to source new suppliers. With a schedule of dedicated meetings and a series of informative seminars, you’re sure to come away with everything you need to succeed. Molly Dyson has all the details. The days of simply taking notes and writing letters are gone for PAs. Now you’re also expected to be business savvy…
read moreTaking time out of the office to learn and develop your skills is an important part of any PA’s life. More than 50 assistants recently took the opportunity to travel to Cambridge for the Møller Centre’s training event entitled “The confident, assertive and efficient PA”. PAs from the southeast were treated to talks lead by keynote speaker Leeanne Graham, PA…
read moreYour CV is your ambassador in the competitive world of recruitment. When you apply for a job, it has to stand out. It’s not enough to just list your skills on a page; your CV must be legible, punchy and obviously suited for the position. If you’re not getting any interviews, the problem may lie with your CV, not your…
read moreRecently the media has been commenting on the emergence of female-only clubs where professionals can meet and network. PA Life investigates the allure of such venues for women who want to get on in business. Grace Belgravia is the newest addition to London clubs flying the flag for females. Its ethos is based upon five ‘graces’ that form a holistic…
read moreAt PA Life we’re devoted to bringing you the very latest news, tips, advice and recommendations on a whole smorgasbord of topics that we hope are of interest to you in your professional lives. Since our most popular stories seem to be those that provide suggestions on how to engender a better working relationship with your manager, we thought we’d…
read moreThe Athena Doctrine – John Gerzema and Michael D’Antonio (Jossey Bass, £18.99) The foundation of this book is a survey of 64,000 people across 13 countries, conducted in order to categorise leadership traits as either “feminine” (collaborative, supportive, empathetic) or “masculine” (competitive, analytical, decisive). The findings are detailed in the introduction, while the chapters provide examples of 10 countries where…
read moreWith the need for company departments to work as a unified team, it’s essential to motivate employees and develop their skills in innovative ways. PA Life takes a look at the huge range of team-building activities on offer, from indoor skydiving and a survival camp to a Dragons’ Den experience and cookery classes. AIRKIX (pictured)airkix.comType of activity: Battling against winds…
read moreAt PA Life we’re devoted to bringing you the very latest news, tips, advice and recommendations on a whole smorgasbord of topics that we hope are of interest to you in your professional lives. Since our most popular stories seem to be those that provide suggestions on how to engender a better working relationship with your manager, we thought we’d…
read moreIn the recent economic downturn, many companies were forced to make employment cuts to save money. It would appear that no matter how deep these cuts go, however, executives are unwilling to let go of their valued assistants. With organisations continuing to shed staff, the role of the PA has proven to be one of the most stable positions to…
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