We are recruiting for a talented and professional PA Secretary to work for a successful well established construction and building materials group with a solid reputation throughout the UK. The role will start as a temporary position and could potentially extend to a permanent position. On occasions the role will necessitate working until 7 pm once or twice a week. RESPONSIBILITIES * Busy diary management * Draft and type correspondence, minutes, e-mails and presentations * Take dictation from the Executive Director as and when required * Circulate/distribute internal and external correspondence and monitor responses * Filter and prioritise incoming post, faxes and phone calls * Coordinate meetings, lunches, dinners and catering * Organise travel arrangements, accommodation etc * Administration for Corporate events * Maintain an efficient and up to date filing system * Deal with queries and telephone calls on behalf of the Executive Director * Attend and produce minutes at company meetings as required * Prepare folders/papers for company monthly Group Board Meetings, Pension meetings and other regular meetings. * Assist with company acquisitions and mergers * Keep a log of all original Deeds and Agreements Skills: * Excellent IT skills in Word, Outlook and PowerPoint * Some Excel experience would be useful * Excellent organisational skills * Flexible & Approachable * Good communication skills * Full driving licence and own transport is essential