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
Personal Assistant to Associate Director – People Services
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)
Job Overview
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. Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing a busy diary, coordinating meetings and committees
- Preparing reports and briefings
- Acting as a key point of contact for colleagues across the Health Board and wider partners
- Thriving 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.
This is a rewarding opportunity to play a central role in supporting workforce priorities and contributing to the effective delivery of People Services across the organisation.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh-speaking and English-speaking applicants are equally welcome to apply.
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Main Duties & Responsibilities
To provide:
- Effective, efficient, accurate, and prompt administrative and secretarial support to the Associate Director for People Services
- High-quality secretarial support, ensuring effective communication between internal and external colleagues
- The ability to react to and implement changes to service as directed by the Associate Director of People Services
- Strict confidentiality and discretion in all tasks
About Working for BCUHB
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others, or simply fancy a fresh start, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) – North Wales could be the right fit. As the largest health organisation in Wales, we provide a full range of services—primary, community, mental health, acute, and elective care—for 700,000 people across North Wales.
Our values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework will support your growth, while we’re committed to equality and diversity, aligned with the Disability Confident Employer scheme. Success will be contact you via the email address registered in your application.
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Note:
- Applications may be submitted in Welsh
- Welsh applications will not be treated unfavourably compared to English ones
- Further job details and person specifications are available in the full job description (linked via “Apply Now”)
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential Criteria:
- NVQ in Office Management (or equivalent admin/organisational experience)
- Advanced proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet packages
- GCSE passes in Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications)
Desirable Criteria:
- Evidence of CPD (Continuing Professional Development) or personal development
- NVQ Level 2 in a relevant field
Experience
Essential Criteria:
- High-level experience in providing a comprehensive admin/PA service
- Expertise in setting up and using filing/IT systems
- Accurate minute note-taking—including action follow-ups
- Familiarity with office procedures and deadlines
Desirable Criteria:
- NHS experience (hospital environment)
- Experience in busy office settings
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