PA & Operations Administrator - Maternity Cover 1 Year

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000

Based in Wandsworth

Hybrid Role - 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home

A leading global brand consultancy within the pharmaceutical sector is seeking a highly organised and proactive PA & Operations Administrator to join its London team in Wandsworth. This is a varied and fast-paced role combining PA support, HR administration, and office management. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys being at the heart of a business, and takes pride in keeping everything running smoothly.

Duties/Responsibilities:

PA Support to the Managing Director

Manage diary, meetings and travel, alongside inbox prioritisation and follow-ups Handle expenses, approvals, meeting notes and action tracking Support line management admin, HR reporting, and maintain org charts and system updates Provide EA cover when requiredPeople & Culture (HR) Support

Maintain HR systems and data accuracy, supporting the full employee lifecycle Coordinate recruitment, onboarding and offboarding, and draft HR documentation Act as first point of contact for HR queries and support engagement initiatives Assist with HR processes, policies and employer branding projectsOffice Management

Manage office supplies, equipment, vendors and IT for starters and leavers Organise events, catering and team activities while ensuring professional guest experience Oversee post, deliveries, contact lists and maintain the asset registerHealth & Safety

Act as H&S Officer, conducting inductions and workstation assessments Maintain first aid readiness, compliance standards and accurate documentationExperience Required:

Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail 2-3 years min. Experience in PA / Office Management, including Health and Safety Experience of HR administration tasks advantages Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Experience of PA support to C - Suite level Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related softwareBenefits:

Contributory pension, private healthcare (after 3 months) and Employee Assistance Programme Season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme 25 days annual leave plus 2 paid charity days Training and development opportunities, including flu vaccinations Beautiful riverside office location Hybrid working: 4 days in the office (Mon-Thurs), 1 day from home Working hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pmHuntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK