Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Personal Secretary to the Associate Director People Services
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Personal Secretary to the Associate Director People Services
About the Role
Are you a highly organised, professional, and discreet Personal Assistant looking to support senior leadership within NHS Wales? We’re seeking a proactive individual to join our People Services team.
In this pivotal role, you’ll provide comprehensive, confidential support to the Associate Director for People Services. You’ll:
- Manage a busy diary
- Coordinate meetings and committees
- Prepare reports and briefings
- Act as a key point of contact for colleagues across the Health Board and wider partners
You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment, juggling competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Strong communication skills, excellent IT abilities, and experience in minute-taking and administrative coordination are essential.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide effective, efficient, accurate, prompt, and comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to the Associate Director for People Services.
- Ensure high-quality secretarial support while maintaining effective communication between internal and external colleagues.
- Activate changes to service as directed by the Associate Director of People Services.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and discretion at all times.
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Working for the Organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others, or simply want a meaningful role, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) in North Wales offers something fresh. One of the largest health organisations in Wales, we provide a full range of primary, community, mental health, and acute services for 700,000+ people across North Wales.
- Engage with engaged leadership at all levels.
- Join an organisation committed to promoting equality and diversity.
- Access support aligned with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
- Apply as a Disability Confident Employer—we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Applicants will receive recruitment updates through the email address provided in the application form. Applications in Welsh are welcome, and candidates submitting in Welsh will not be disadvantaged.
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Application Process
A full Job Description and Person Specification are available via the supporting documents or “Apply now”.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications and Skills
- NVQ in Office Management or equivalent administrative/organisational experience.
- Advanced proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet packages.
- Maths/English GCSE or equivalent.
Desirable Qualifications
- Evidence of CPD (Continuous Professional Development) or personal development.
- NVQ Level 2.
Essential Experience
- Experience at a high level in providing comprehensive administrative/PA services.
- Experience in setting up and using filing/IT systems.
- Accurate minute and note-taking, including action follow-ups.
- Familiarity with office procedures and deadlines.
Desirable Experience
- Experience within the NHS (hospital environment).
- Experience in a busy office environment.
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