via Reed · 14 September 2026 ·5 days ago

Temporary Personal Assistant

Signature Recruitment
London Contract GBP 43,329 – 43,329
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Would you enjoy a visible PA role supporting two senior leaders while also taking ownership of the smooth running of their office? Are you highly organised, solution-focused and confident working with senior stakeholders? Signature Recruitment is seeking a Temporary Personal Assistant for a Central London organisation.

This position pays £22.22 per hour plus holiday pay and is offered as a three-month temporary assignment. You will work five days per week, fully onsite in Central London.

Temporary Personal Assistant - The Role:

You will provide senior-level support to two busy stakeholders while taking a hands-on approach to wider office coordination. The position combines traditional PA responsibilities with practical responsibility for keeping the working environment organised.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing diary and administrative support to two senior stakeholders.

  • Coordinating meetings, events and changing day-to-day priorities.

  • Raising purchase orders and supporting associated administration.

  • Ordering stationery and maintaining office supplies.

  • Meeting and greeting visitors and senior colleagues.

  • Receiving deliveries and helping ensure the office operates smoothly.

  • Taking ownership of problems and working proactively to resolve them.

Temporary Personal Assistant - What's on Offer:
  • £22.22 per hour plus holiday pay.

  • Three-month temporary contract.

  • Five days per week.

  • Fully office-based in Central London.

  • A broad role combining senior PA support with office coordination.

  • Regular interaction with senior stakeholders.

Temporary Personal Assistant - Who We're Looking For:
  • Previous experience supporting senior-level professionals is essential.

  • Strong diary management and organisational skills.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication.

  • Confidence working with senior stakeholders in a demanding environment.

  • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office, SharePoint and Teams.

  • A proactive, adaptable and solution-focused approach.

  • University experience is not essential.

If you are an experienced PA who enjoys senior-level support alongside hands-on office coordination, please apply today.

While we aim to respond to every applicant, the volume of applications may result in delayed communication. If you do not receive a response within a week, your application may not have been successful on this occasion, but we will keep your details for potential future opportunities.

Please be aware that Signature Recruitment will never reach out to candidates through WhatsApp, nor will we request sensitive information like bank details, passport, or driving licence data during the application process. For a secure job search and reliable flexible work, we advise consulting Jobs Aware who ensure all workers and work-seekers in the UK have access to free help and advice, as well as provide an option to report a scam or exploitation.

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