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252395 (LI) Personal Assistant

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Personal Assistant (Full-Time, Monday to Friday – 8am to 4pm)
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About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and experienced Personal Assistant (PA) to support the Site Director and General Manager at Western General Hospital.
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I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?
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Also worth knowing: most autumn 2026 applications are open now. Timing matters more than you think.
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StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
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Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
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Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Site Director and General Manager, ensuring smooth operational excellence.
- Act as the first point of contact for inquiries, maintaining communication channels efficiently.
- Ensure high practice standards are met and upheld across office functions.
- Facilitate seamless coordination within a fast-paced, high-demand healthcare environment.
This role offers a dynamic, varied, and rewarding position within a strong, collaborative team.
Additional Information
- For detailed role requirements and skills/experience expectations, please refer to the job description and person specification (linked at the bottom of the vacancy screen).
- Early applications encouraged: Due to high interest, the vacancy may close earlier than advertised. Submit your application as soon as possible.
- Victorian-era landmark: Western General Hospital is located in a historic building with a Grade A listed ambiance, veering towards Grade II.


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Contact for Queries
If you have questions about the role or wish to discuss further, contact:
James McKay Business Manager 📞 0131 537 2390 ✉️ james.mckay@nhs.scot
NHS Scotland's Inclusion Commitment
- We offer reasonable adjustments to support disabled candidates, those with long-term conditions, or neurodivergent applicants.
- Permission to Work: To lawfully work in the UK, applicants must demonstrate valid permission via the UK Visa and Immigration Service. Further guidance on required checks is available in the vacancy details.
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