Office Manager & Personal Assistant
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 10 Hydref 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 07 Tachwedd 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Lancashire, PR7 7NA |
| Cwmni: | Alfa Leisureplex Group |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | ORG1960-SK1417770BucOMPA |
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Alfa Leisureplex Group have an exciting opportunity for an Office Manager/Personal Assistant to join our team of employee owners based at our Central Office, Euxton, Chorley.
The Alfa Leisureplex Group is one of the UK’s most highly respected coach holiday and hotel companies with a consolidated turnover of over £70 million per year. We are the UK’s only employee-owned Travel Group and our brands include Alfa Travel and Leisureplex Hotels. Our mission is to provide high quality memorable holidays for our guests.
Leisureplex Hotels own and operate 25 hotels in the UK’s most popular seaside locations. We have a combined bed stock of over 2,050 rooms and achieve strong all year-round occupancies due to our sister brand Alfa Travel, plus our links to other coach operators and group organisers. We also cater for Self-Drive guests and direct hotel bookings.
As an employee-owned business with almost 1,000 employee owners, we see our people as our most valuable asset in growing our business and continuing to provide a high-quality service to our customers.
About the job
We are offering a salary of £35,000 (Full-time equivalent) per annum in addition to a number of other benefits outlined below. We are ideally looking for a candidate who is who is looking for 30 hours per week ideally over 5 days Monday to Friday; consideration will be given to candidates who would prefer slightly less hours over 4 days.
We are seeking an experienced, highly organised, and proactive Office Manager/Personal Assistant to provide vital support to our directors and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the office of circa 85 employee owners. This dual-role position requires exceptional attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to balance a wide range of administrative and managerial responsibilities.
Benefits of being an employee
Bi-annual tax-free dividend due to our employee-owned status (circa £1,500 in 2024 FTE)
Funding for any relevant training courses to aid your development
Job Security – our employee-owned status provides better job security, as we can't be sold to another company
30 days annual leave including bank holidays with a flexi time scheme in operation
Support and continuous development opportunities
Competitive occupational sick pay scheme
Fantastic discounts on our holidays and hotel stays
Employee assistance programme - Health Assured
Length of service rewards
Build your pension – we have a pension scheme in place that the Company contributes towards
Reward, recognition and engagement programs
Annual pay reviews in April each year
Key responsibilities
Personal Assistant Duties to the Directors
Provide professional diary management, scheduling, and meeting coordination.
Act as the first point of contact on behalf of the Directors, screening calls, emails, and correspondence.
Arrange travel, accommodation, and itineraries, ensuring efficient planning.
Prepare agendas, minutes, and briefing papers for meetings.
Handle confidential information with absolute discretion.
Support Directors with presentations, reports, and project coordination.
Office Management Duties
Oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the office, ensuring a professional, welcoming environment.
Supervise and support administrative staff, delegating tasks as needed.
Manage office supplies, contracts, and relationships with suppliers.
Organise any service or maintenance works as required.
Monitor health & safety compliance, including office procedures and policies.
Organise internal meetings, employee events, and training sessions.
Manage budgets for office expenses, maintaining cost-effectiveness.
Support HR processes including induction, on-boarding, time and attendance monitoring and internal comms.
Essential Skills & Experience
Proven experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, Office Manager or similar.
Strong organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High level of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information.
Strong IT skills (MS Office suite essential; project management or HR systems advantageous).
Ability to build positive working relationships at all levels.
A proactive, hands-on approach and willingness to go the extra mile.
Desirable Skills & Experience
Understanding of facilities management or general building maintenance.
Could suit a candidate that has worked in a Human Resources function previously.
Personal Qualities
Approachable, dependable, and adaptable.
A problem-solver who thrives under pressure.
Confident in decision-making, with strong attention to detail.
Professional yet personable, able to represent the Directors and the company with integrity.
If you feel you have the necessary skills to be successful as an Office Manager/Personal Assistant within the Alfa Leisureplex Group, click ‘apply’ today. We’d love to hear from you!
The Alfa Leisureplex Group is one of the UK’s most highly respected coach holiday and hotel companies with a consolidated turnover of over £70 million per year. We are the UK’s only employee-owned Travel Group and our brands include Alfa Travel and Leisureplex Hotels. Our mission is to provide high quality memorable holidays for our guests.
Leisureplex Hotels own and operate 25 hotels in the UK’s most popular seaside locations. We have a combined bed stock of over 2,050 rooms and achieve strong all year-round occupancies due to our sister brand Alfa Travel, plus our links to other coach operators and group organisers. We also cater for Self-Drive guests and direct hotel bookings.
As an employee-owned business with almost 1,000 employee owners, we see our people as our most valuable asset in growing our business and continuing to provide a high-quality service to our customers.
About the job
We are offering a salary of £35,000 (Full-time equivalent) per annum in addition to a number of other benefits outlined below. We are ideally looking for a candidate who is who is looking for 30 hours per week ideally over 5 days Monday to Friday; consideration will be given to candidates who would prefer slightly less hours over 4 days.
We are seeking an experienced, highly organised, and proactive Office Manager/Personal Assistant to provide vital support to our directors and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the office of circa 85 employee owners. This dual-role position requires exceptional attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to balance a wide range of administrative and managerial responsibilities.
Benefits of being an employee
Bi-annual tax-free dividend due to our employee-owned status (circa £1,500 in 2024 FTE)
Funding for any relevant training courses to aid your development
Job Security – our employee-owned status provides better job security, as we can't be sold to another company
30 days annual leave including bank holidays with a flexi time scheme in operation
Support and continuous development opportunities
Competitive occupational sick pay scheme
Fantastic discounts on our holidays and hotel stays
Employee assistance programme - Health Assured
Length of service rewards
Build your pension – we have a pension scheme in place that the Company contributes towards
Reward, recognition and engagement programs
Annual pay reviews in April each year
Key responsibilities
Personal Assistant Duties to the Directors
Provide professional diary management, scheduling, and meeting coordination.
Act as the first point of contact on behalf of the Directors, screening calls, emails, and correspondence.
Arrange travel, accommodation, and itineraries, ensuring efficient planning.
Prepare agendas, minutes, and briefing papers for meetings.
Handle confidential information with absolute discretion.
Support Directors with presentations, reports, and project coordination.
Office Management Duties
Oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the office, ensuring a professional, welcoming environment.
Supervise and support administrative staff, delegating tasks as needed.
Manage office supplies, contracts, and relationships with suppliers.
Organise any service or maintenance works as required.
Monitor health & safety compliance, including office procedures and policies.
Organise internal meetings, employee events, and training sessions.
Manage budgets for office expenses, maintaining cost-effectiveness.
Support HR processes including induction, on-boarding, time and attendance monitoring and internal comms.
Essential Skills & Experience
Proven experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, Office Manager or similar.
Strong organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High level of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information.
Strong IT skills (MS Office suite essential; project management or HR systems advantageous).
Ability to build positive working relationships at all levels.
A proactive, hands-on approach and willingness to go the extra mile.
Desirable Skills & Experience
Understanding of facilities management or general building maintenance.
Could suit a candidate that has worked in a Human Resources function previously.
Personal Qualities
Approachable, dependable, and adaptable.
A problem-solver who thrives under pressure.
Confident in decision-making, with strong attention to detail.
Professional yet personable, able to represent the Directors and the company with integrity.
If you feel you have the necessary skills to be successful as an Office Manager/Personal Assistant within the Alfa Leisureplex Group, click ‘apply’ today. We’d love to hear from you!