Personal Assistant

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Full time
Location: Northwich
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Job offered by: Hampson Auctions
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Category:
Job Description: PA / Office Manager

Location:

Northwich, Cheshire (Office-based, with potential relocation within Cheshire due to company growth)

Salary:

£30,000 - £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Hours:

Monday – Friday, 8:45 AM – 5:30 PM (Some weekend work required for auctions, approximately five weekends per year)

About Us:

Hampson Auctions specialises in auctioning supercars, performance cars, and motorbikes at prestigious events in Cheshire and online. As a rapidly growing company, we are passionate about delivering exceptional experiences for our clients. We are looking for an experienced and dynamic PA/Office Manager to support the Managing Director and help drive the growth and development of our team and operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Executive Support:

Provide full administrative support to the Managing Director, a multi-business owner.

Manage the MD’s diary, correspondence, and key communications.

Prepare reports, presentations, and meeting minutes as required.

Office Management:

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the office, ensuring a productive and positive work environment.

Implement and maintain effective office systems and processes, including the use of CRM software and other office packages (Excel, Word, etc.).

Manage office supplies, facilities, and budgets.

Team Recruitment & Development:

Assist in recruiting, onboarding, and training new team members.

Work closely with the team to support ongoing training, development, and performance improvements.

Auction Support:

Coordinate the organisation of our prestigious car and motorbike auctions, both in-person and online.

Ensure all auction logistics are meticulously planned and executed.

Be available to assist during weekend auctions (approximately five weekends per year).

Technology & Innovation:

Leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, streamline administrative tasks, and support data-driven decision-making.

Use AI software for scheduling, content creation, customer relationship management, and process automation.

Financial & Administrative Tasks:

Use Xero to run reports and provide financial updates for the Managing Director.

Manage basic bookkeeping tasks and support financial administration.

About You:

Experience:

Proven experience in a highly productive PA role and/or office management, preferably in a sales-oriented environment.

Skills:

Strong telephone and interpersonal skills with a professional, confident demeanor.

Proficiency in using CRM systems, Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel), and other standard office tools.

Experience using AI tools for productivity and business management is highly desirable.

Experience with Xero or similar accounting software is highly advantageous.

Attributes:

Positive, outgoing, and highly organised with a “can-do” attitude.

Efficient and proactive, able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with ease.

Strong problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail.

Flexibility:

Willingness to work full-time from the office in Northwich, Cheshire, with potential relocation to new premises within Cheshire as the company grows. Must also be available to support weekend auctions as needed.

What We Offer:

A competitive salary based on experience (£30k-£40k).

The opportunity to work with a progressive and passionate team in an exciting industry.

A dynamic role with opportunities for growth and professional development.

The chance to be part of a fast-growing company specialising in high-value, prestigious auctions.

If you’re an experienced, tech-savvy, and proactive individual ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Performance bonus

Yearly bonus

Benefits:

Company pension

On-site parking

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: PA007

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