Job Summary
Exciting shadowing opportunity for individuals interested in gaining insight into the role of a Personal Assistant (PA). This provides a unique chance to observe and learn about administrative functions within a professional environment. The role is ideal for those seeking to develop organisational skills, understand office operations, and explore a future career in administrative support. The shadow opportunity is suitable for candidates eager to gain practical experience and enhance their understanding of business administration.
We are a fast-growing business operating across media, technology, property development, AI, and business consultancy. We work with entrepreneurs, investors, and innovative businesses, managing a wide variety of exciting projects both in the UK and internationally.
We are offering an in-person Personal Assistant shadowing opportunity for someone looking to gain practical, real-world experience supporting a busy entrepreneur and business team.
This placement is ideal for students, graduates, career changers, or anyone interested in developing administrative, organisational, and business support skills.
What You'll Experience
Throughout your placement, you'll shadow our team and gain first-hand experience in:
- Diary and calendar management
- Preparing and issuing invoices
- Business research and market research
- Organising meetings and appointments
- Email management and correspondence
- Document preparation and administration
- Working with CRM systems and business software
- General office administration
- Supporting a variety of business projects
- Understanding how a fast-paced business operates day to day
What We're Looking For
- Excellent organisational skills
- Good written and verbal communication
- Professional attitude and presentation
- Eager to learn and develop new skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Reliable, proactive, and willing to take initiative
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
What You'll Gain
- Practical experience supporting a busy business and entrepreneur
- Exposure to administration, operations, finance, and business development
- Experience using business software and CRM systems
- Mentoring from experienced professionals
- Valuable experience to strengthen your CV and future career opportunities
- A greater understanding of how successful businesses operate behind the scenes
If you're enthusiastic, organised, and looking to gain valuable hands-on experience as a Personal Assistant, we'd love to hear from you.
Application question(s):
- How long would it take you to commute to our office in South Kensington, and are you able to attend in person three days per week?
- Please confirm that you have read the full job advert and understand that this is an shadowing opportunity based in South Kensington, requiring attendance three days per week. Are you happy to proceed on this basis?
Work Location: In person
