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Personal Assistant to Director (Temporary Contract)
Dublin | Hybrid | Temporary (Maternity Cover) |
Orange Recruitment is delighted to be working with a prominent public sector organisation to recruit a Personal Assistant (PA) to a Department Director. This is an exciting temporary opportunity to work at the heart of a vital organisation that plays a key role in public health and regulatory matters.
This maternity cover contract offers a unique chance to join a high-performing team and provide essential support to a busy director and leadership team.
About the Role
As the PA, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the department. You’ll work closely with the Director and the leadership team to support meetings, travel arrangements, diary management, reporting, and general administration.
This is a hybrid role requiring two days onsite per week in their Dublin office, with flexibility to work remotely on the remaining days.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the Director’s diary, travel and meeting logistics
- Assist with monthly/annual departmental reports
- Organise and minute leadership team meetings
- Coordinate internal and external communications
- Provide general administrative and project support
- Ensure accurate e-filing, data management, and follow-ups
- Liaise with cross-departmental teams and stakeholders
About You
- Minimum 1 year of administrative experience, ideally in a PA or senior admin role
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Able to work autonomously and handle confidential information with discretion
- Experience supporting senior leaders or teams in a public or regulatory environment is a plus
Contract Details
- Temporary maternity cover contract
- Salary range: €31,118 – €48,427 (DOE)
- Hybrid working model – 2 days onsite per week
- 22 days annual leave (pro rata)
- Immediate start preferred
Consultant
Gemma Gallagher

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