A PA works very closely with senior management and enables senior management to make the best use of their time and to delegate tasks accordingly.

Employment opportunities exist throughout the UK, in private and public sectors, from large organisations to small enterprises. There is a considerable amount of competition for positions in some areas, for example, the arts and entertainment industries. There are no formal entry requirements, although employers are likely to ask for five GCSEs/S grades (A*-C/1-3), including English and maths. Subjects such as a foreign language, business studies or information and communication technology (ICT) will be looked upon favourably. It is beneficial to have office skills and some work experience. For adults, relevant work experience is an asset. Training is usually on the job. There are in-house structured training programmes that emphasise Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and career progression. The Institute of Qualified Professional Secretaries provides a CPD scheme to its members. Various career opportunities are available, some of which include: * promotion to work for a more senior manager * responsibility for a small administration team or junior PAs * moving to a larger organisation or different business area.

have strong interpersonal and communication skills
have an excellent command of the English language and grammar
have outstanding organization skills
have good information and communication technology (ICT) skills
be able to work to tight deadlines and manage several projects at any one time
be able to work to tight deadlines and manage several projects at any one time
be able to prioritize your workload
have an interest in business and commerce.

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