PA for CEO of Corporate Business, Canterbury, Kent

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly efficient, discreet, and proactive Assistant to support the Chairman / CEO of a growing property development company and the sales department. This role requires someone who is confident managing both business and personal responsibilities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of daily operations by managing communications, diaries, travel, meetings, and ad hoc projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with sales and rental activities including viewing coordination, liaising with agents, and sales progression
• Manage and coordinate business and personal diaries, scheduling meetings, appointments, and reminders
• Monitor and manage the CEO’s inbox and email correspondence, draft responses where appropriate
• Organise national and international travel, including flights, accommodation, transfers, and itineraries
• Take accurate minutes during meetings and distribute action points/follow-ups as needed
• Plan and coordinate business and personal events
• Provide support in managing CEO’s Airbnb listings, including guest communication, booking coordination, and liaising with cleaners/maintenance
• Handle ad hoc errands, personal tasks, and project support as needed
• Coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders on behalf of the CEO
• Maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion

Requirements:

• Experience with sales / customer facing roles
• Proven experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or similar role, preferably within property or a fast-paced entrepreneurial setting
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly proactive and able to anticipate needs without constant direction
• Tech-savvy and confident using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and calendar/email tools
• Flexible and adaptable; able to manage a wide variety of tasks
• Comfortable dealing with both business and personal matters
• Valid UK driving license and access to a vehicle

Work Environment:

• Office-based 8-5 Monday - Friday
• May include occasional evening or weekend availability depending on the CEO’s schedule
• Friendly office with onsite parking