Are You A Winner?

Happy Monday Hattys!

Wow! What a night for British Film! With the Kings Speech and Colin Firth scooping a record number of gongs last night in LA, we are all very proud Hattys today! It got us thinking about all the winning secretaries out there we haven’t yet met… Are you best in class? Are you a winning PA? We want to hear from YOU! Check out our hot jobs of the week and make sure you send your CV in ASAP and these are going fast!

Team Administrator for Top Ad Agency! £22k

A unique opportunity exists for an outstanding Team Administrator to join London's most high profile Advertising Agency with a gorgeous client list and a uniquely cool culture!
Based in stunning offices, you will join their busy HR team in an administrator and team secretary capacity. You will get involved with all attendance and holiday records, introduce new starters, manage an extensive filing system and any other ad hoc duties! You will be a reliable individual who is able to manage their own workload and be a real ‘self-starter.’
You will have 2 years admin experience within an advertising agency environment. You will be mature, discreet and loyal. You must have a sense of humor, be extremely organized, have bags of enthusiasm, be proactive and truly passionate about your work!
No previous experience of working in HR is required so this role would really suit someone who is a real people person!
Send your CV to siobhan@hattyblue.co.uk

Slick PA Required for Marketing Dept!! £24k

Our Client is a pioneer of the Legal Industry with an international reputation for excellence alongside an intellectually stimulating yet supportive culture and a focus on employee development.
This is a fabulous opportunity for an intelligent graduate PA looking to combine their secretarial skills with their interest in the world of marketing. You will support one director and their team in diary, travel and meeting management. You will also have the fantastic opportunity to get involved in marketing projects so ambition is a very desirable quality!
You are a high flying graduate from a red brick University with a minimum of 12 months PA experience. You'll have good IT skills and strong communication skills. You'll be able to prioritise projects and workload with minimal supervision and be able to deliver to a consistently high standard regardless of pressure. You'll be comfortable working in a large international organisation and a partnership environment with experience of professional of the legal industry preferable. You'll be quick to learn, quick to remember and capable of producing outstanding quality work every time. There will be spelling and attention to detail tests within the interview process so you must be confident within your abilities! Amazing career opportunity!
Send your CV to helen@hattyblue.co.uk

Translation Experience? We need you! £19k

Want to work for one of the world’s largest and most prestigious Market Research Agencies? Have experience in translation? This could be the perfect role for you!
Our client requires an outstanding International Press Editor with fluency in at least one of the following languages: Dutch, German, French, Spanish, Italian. Your day to day role will include sourcing and preparing logs for clients and translating international press material accurately and succinctly. You must have at least 6 months previous translation experience and exceptional attention to detail. This role will require you to have strong computer skills, a fast typing speed and an ability to work tightly to deadlines. You will be an assertive team player who is a great communicator and enjoys a challenge.
Please note the hours for this role are 7.30-3.30pm Monday to Friday, so you must be able to get to central London for these hours.
Interviews will be taking place immediately so if this sounds like you apply today!
Send your CV to sam@hattyblue.co.uk

Super PA for Search Firm! £50k

Specialising in the appointment of Board level executives, this is one of the UK’s most prestigious and professional Search Firms. A true once in a lifetime opportunity for an established PA who wants to go beyond the usual remit of a PA, taking on business development, event and management projects.
You will manage and monitor business development and sales meetings, manage projects, co-ordinate conferences, seminars and workshops. You will have the opportunity to arrange and manage networking events, participate in meetings and manage the profiles of Mentors and Mentees. You will also be responsibly for the upkeep of the firms’ database - ensuring all information is accurately captured and maintained.
The ideal candidate will ideally be educated to Degree level, have a mature attitude and bags of common sense. They will be sharp, intelligent, polished and mentally dexterous – able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and confidently. An analytical mind is essential and you will need to distil relevant information quickly an accurately. You will be organised and thorough – taking responsibility and ownership of all aspects of your work with focus and pride. You will thrive in a small, tightly-nit team and understand the bigger picture of contributing to the firm’s development. You will be ambitious and have a curiosity to always be learning more. It is absolutely essential that you are a team player, are committed and have a sense of humour! Ideally, you will have experience of working within a Search Firm or within the Professional Services. Interviews are taking place – so apply now!
Send your CV to Helen@hattyblue.co.uk or siobhan@hattyblue.co.uk

Events & Membership Coordinator - Luxury Sailing Club! £26k

A fantastic opportunity exists to join this world leading yacht racing organization with an international racing programme and high profile membership list.
The role is a varied organizational one. Based in their beautiful London HQ you will organize Prize-Giving, Annual Dinners and Academic events for the Club. You will source suitable locations world wide, invite and liaise with guest speakers, coordinate Lectures, produce & compile newsletters, compile reports and maintain the Website with current information. You will renew all memberships and assist potential members interested in joining the Club.
You are a highly organized and efficient Events and Membership administrator with exceptional communication and organizational skills. It is essential that you have experience of using Microsoft Access. Unfortunately applications without this experience cannot be considered. Preferably, you will have worked in a Private Members Club and have a polished, professional appearance. An interest in the sailing industry is a plus!
Send your CV to Helen@hattyblue.co.uk

French Speaking PA for International Energy co! £35k

Our Client is one of the market leaders in European Energy and a pioneer in its field with an international reputation for excellence, sustainable development and a robust, dynamic culture.
You'll be responsible for providing a comprehensive PA and secretarial service to three senior Directors who have a formidable presence in influencing social and environmental change towards a greener Britain.
You will undertake complex diary management to include international travel arrangements, managing emails, coordinating challenging diary requests, preparing internal and external correspondence, preparing PowerPoint presentations, organizing events and all ad hoc project work and administration.
We are looking for a confident PA with 5 years+ experience within a fast paced, deadline driven environment. Ideally, you will have worked in the City, on a Trading Floor or within the Energy sector. You are highly organized and resilient with a proactive, flexible attitude. You'll have excellent technical skills including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. You will be able to prioritize, anticipate problems and relish a fast paced and fun business environment. Please Note: Fluent French is absolutely essential for this position.
Send your CV to Helen@hattyblue.co.uk or siobhan@hattyblue.co.uk

Hatty x

Trainee Consultant - Boutique Secretarial Recruitment Consultancy

We are a boutique Support and Secretarial, Graduate and Sales Consultancy focused predominantly on the Media, Arts and Luxury Goods sectors. Based in the heart of Covent Garden we launched the business in Spring 2008 and are thrilled to be supplying outstanding temporary and permanent staff to London's most high profile and sought after companies.

Due to unprecedented growth we are looking to expand our team. Specifically we are looking to recruit a trainee Consultant. The role will involve building upon an existing Client base by initiating, developing and nurturing relationships with new and existing clients. You will resource for and interview candidates and place them in suitable permanent and temporary opportunities. You will manage the payroll system and liasie daily with our outsourced payroll function. You will handle all administrative requests relating to Temps, attend meetings with Clients and attend networking events in order to secure new business.

In addition you will be the voice and personality of Hatty Blue. You will answer phones and field calls, welcome candidates, clients and other visitors to our office and ensure that everyone receives a fantastic first impression of HB.

You will also handle all office management and marketing activity. You will be our social networking champion, helping us to reach out to Clients and Candidates in new and innovative ways. You will be responsible for organising client competitions, events and parties and other ad hoc exciting projects which will occur as you help to drive HB into its next stage of growth.

Opportunities abound to grow and develop your role. We envisage that the right individual will recruit a team of equally motivated consultants and that this person will take on managerial responsibilities in time.

You are a graduate calibre individual with outstanding interpersonal skills and the hunger, drive and ambition to excel in a Sales position. You have a strong customer service work ethic and ideally some experience of fast paced retail or FMCG environments. You are financially astute, IT savvy with fantastic organisational and administrative ability. You are emotionally intelligent with a brilliant sense of humour and the ability to judge several things at once without losing your cool! You are quick to learn and keen to make your mark.

We offer a competitive salary and appealing comission and bonus package and incentives, the best "hands on" training in the Business, a relaxed yet robust working culture and the opportunity to carve a successful and highly lucrative career.

Send your CV to siobhan@hattyblue.co.uk

Happy Monday Hattys!

Check out our top new jobs of the week and be sure to send us your CV!

Used CRM before? We want to hear from YOU! Up to £23k

Want to work for one of the world’s largest and most prestigious Market Research Agencies? Are you an IT whizz with a real flair for CRM and Excel? If so this role could be for you!
Our client requires a bright and enthusiastic Sales/CRM Administrator to implement and manage a new companywide CRM system, whilst supporting the vibrant commercial team. In addition to your system duties you will be supporting the commercial team with invoicing and PO issues, reviewing sales proposals, generating sales and revenue reports and liaising with various departments on behalf of the team. This is a real lynchpin role for someone who is an excellent administrator with great communication skills and outstanding attention to detail.
You must have a minimum of 2 years CRM experience, have managed databases before and experience from a similar background is preferable though not essential.

Interviews will be taking place immediately so if this sounds like you apply today!
Send your CV sam@hattyblue.co.uk

Events & Membership Coordinator - Luxury Sailing Club! £26k

A fantastic opportunity exists to join this world leading yacht racing organization with an international racing programme and high profile membership list.
The role is a varied organizational one. Based in their beautiful London HQ you will organize Prize-Giving, Annual Dinners and Academic events for the Club. You will source suitable locations world wide, invite and liaise with guest speakers, coordinate Lectures, produce & compile newsletters, compile reports and maintain the Website with current information. You will renew all memberships and assist potential members interested in joining the Club.
You are a highly organized and efficient Events and Membership administrator with exceptional communication and organizational skills. Experience of working in a Private Members Club is preferable alongside a polished, professional appearance. An interest in the sailing industry is a plus!
Send your CV to helen@hattyblue.co.uk


Hatty x

Happy Valentines Day!

Happy Valentines Day Hattys!

Did you struggle out the door for all the cards and flowers blocking your way this morning? Still wondering who your secret admirer is? Hatty is a very luck girl and received a beautiful box of champagne and truffles and is utterly flattered! If her secret admirer is reading this, she sends you a big thank you!

We have some wonderful new jobs in this week so check them out below and make sure you send your CV to hello@hattyblue.co.uk

PA to 4 at Media Corporate £25k

Mergers A once in a lifetime opportunity has arisen at one of London’s top Media Mergers and Acquisitions organisations. This is a team of true hot-shots and they require a real high-flyer!
The main responsibility of this position will be to provide a first class PA service to 2 directors and 2 associates. You will organise diaries, meetings and international travel. You will have advanced PowerPoint skills and brilliant attention to detail as you will be heavily involved in pitch documents. You will organise conference calls across up to 5 continents, so organisational skills and calm demeanor are absolutely essential! You will be privy to highly sensitive data on a daily basis, so you must truly understand the importance of confidentiality at all times. You will be responsible for meeting and greeting clients and assisting the Office Manager in any ad hoc duties.
You will have at least 2 years solid experience within a PA position. You will ideally have a background in the professional services and you must wholly understand the concepts of confidentiality and professionalism. You will be immaculately presented, have an excellent telephone manner and be a true team player. You will be proactive, ambitious, flexible and always go the extra mile.
This is a truly wonderful opportunity for the right candidate – don’t miss out – apply NOW!!

PA to HR Dir - Global Media Corporate! £35k

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the world leader in market research, global market information and business analysis. Based in fabulous offices in the heart of London you join the HR Director of this Global Market Research agency and provide an exemplary PA service. You will be working for a highly respected and charismatic individual with a strong work ethic and high standards.
You will manage their diary, organise internal and external meetings, book travel arrangements, prepare travel itineraries, offer remote support when they travelling across time zones, monitor phone calls, compile agendas, produce management reports, and undertake ad hoc project work when required.
You will be a senior PA with a background in media and a minimum of 5 years experience in working for a strongly branded company. You will be positive, proactive and have bags of energy. You will have advanced MS Office applications with outstanding interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.

Outstanding Front of House Manager for Creative Co! £32k

A unique opportunity exists for a professional Front of House Manager to join London's most high profile and creative agency with an enviable client list.
This role is to be responsible for the day to day Client experience and operations of the Front of House Department and public spaces. You will be a dynamic and visible presence within the Agency, providing an outstanding level of client service, representing the organisation's core values, embodying their exemplary levels of service standards and being a true ambassador.
You will be responsible for client service standards within Front of House and champion it throughout! You'll manage the client experience team, organise staff rotas, ensure art portfolios are coordinated in and out and manage the reception and meeting room areas. You will work closely with the Operations team to roll out initiatives and project manage special events from a client experience perspective.
You will have several years experience managing reception and supervising teams in an environment where you have helped devise and implement dynamic client service initiatives to constantly make the experience slick and impressive. You will have inspiration and initiative by the bucket load and have fantastic experience in managing and motivating diverse teams of people and a strong background in operational excellence.
You'll ideally have a background in media. You will truly understand what it means to give a 1st class service and experience of luxury hospitality would definitely be a benefit. You'll have a good working knowledge of MS Office with strong organisational skills and a positive, dynamic personality. You will be utterly charming, polished and sophisticated. You must have the gravitas to manage this busy reception area and love being the lynchpin of the agency.
This is an exceptional role for a truly exceptional candidate!

Hatty x

Don’t Believe The Doom & Gloom!

So it seems the papers are full of doom and gloom, the world is at war with itself and that there is no hope for job hunters. Don’t believe the hype Hattys! We are inundated with gorgeous new jobs this week so make sure you send your CV straight over to hello@hattyblue.co.uk today as these jobs will go like hot cakes!

Want to temp? Get in touch with Sam on sam@hattyblue.co.uk

Grad Administrator in HR for Advertising Agency! £18k

One of the worlds leading advertising agency seeks an outstanding HR assistant to join their hot-shot team! Amazing opportunity to put your skills to use within a brilliant company with gorgeous offices and an enviable client list.
The role of HR Assistant is to take ownership of the new joiner and leaver processes, maintaining employee records and offer administrative support to the HR team. This role offers the chance to prepare contracts, offer and renewal letters. You will be ambitious and hungry for the challenge!
You will ideally be a HR, Psychology or Business Graduate with at least one years admin experience. You will be ambition and hungry to kick start your HR career! You will have a warm, welcoming personal manner, the ability to remain calm under pressure and a positive, optimistic, "can do" attitude. You will have exemplary admin skills, attention to detail and be able to "hold your own" with colleagues on all levels. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate HR Administrator to finely tune their HR experience within a fun and dynamic exciting environment. APPLY NOW!!

Front of House Extroardinaire – Media Agency! £27k

A unique opportunity exists for a professional Head Receptionist to join one of London's most high profile and creative Media Agencies with a gorgeous client list and a uniquely cool culture!
This role is to be responsible for the day to day client experience and operations of the Front of House Department and public spaces. You will be a dynamic and visible presence within the Agency, providing an outstanding level of client service, representing the organisation's core values, embodying their exemplary levels of Service Standards and being a true ambassador.
You will be responsible for client service standards within Front of House and champion it throughout! You'll manage the client experience team, organise staff rotas, ensure art portfolios are coordinated in and out and manage the reception and meeting room areas. You will work closely with the Operations team to roll out initiatives and project manage special events from a client experience perspective.
You will have several years experience managing reception and supervising teams in an environment where you have helped devise and implement dynamic client service initiatives to constantly make the experience slick and impressive. You will have inspiration and initiative by the bucket load and have fantastic experience in managing and motivating diverse teams of people and a strong background in operational excellence. You'll ideally have a background in media. You'll have a good working knowledge of MS Office with strong organisational skills and a positive, dynamic personality. You will be utterly charming, with a confidence, sophistication and polish to perfectly transform the service standards into an outstanding cultural reality.

Graduate PA - International Law Firm! £24k

Our Client is a pioneer of the Legal Industry with an international reputation for excellence alongside an intellectually stimulating yet supportive culture and a focus on employee development.
This is a fabulous opportunity for an intelligent graduate PA looking to combine their secretarial skills with their interest in the world of marketing. You will support one director and their team in diary, travel and meeting management. You will also have the fantastic opportunity to get involved in marketing projects so ambition is a very desirable quality!
You are a high flying graduate from a red brick University with a minimum of 12 months PA experience. You'll have good IT skills and strong communication skills. You'll be able to prioritise projects and workload with minimal supervision and be able to deliver to a consistently high standard regardless of pressure. You'll be comfortable working in a large international organisation and a partnership environment with experience of professional of the legal industry preferable. You'll be quick to learn, quick to remember and capable of producing outstanding quality work every time. Amazing career opportunity!

Experienced Office Assistant - Luxury Sailing Club! Up to £28k

A fantastic opportunity exists to join this world leading yacht racing organisation with an international racing programme and high profile membership list.
The role is a varied organisational one. Based in their beautiful London HQ you will be responsible for the smooth running of all elements of the office. This is a lovely 3 fold role where you will act as receptionist, PA and office manager. You will be the first point of contact for all enquiries, visitors and phone calls. You will welcome guests and members and conduct introductory tours. You will provide extensive PA support to the CEO in diary and travel arrangements, organise expenses and attend any parties or events. You will also be responsible for ensuring all office supplies are maintained and accounted for. There is the scope to get involved with press releases, attend board meetings, industry events including Cowes week and any of the many functions the club organises.
You are a highly organised and efficient office assistant with exceptional communication and organisational skills. You will be friendly, proactive, enthusiastic and be a real self starter. Experience of working in a Private Members Club is preferable alongside a polished, professional appearance. An interest in the sailing industry is a plus!

Hatty x

Grad Administrator for Advertising Agency! £18k

One of the worlds leading advertising agency seeks an outstanding HR assistant to join their hot-shot team! Amazing opportunity to put your skills to use within a brilliant company with gorgeous offices and an enviable client list.
The role of HR Assistant is to take ownership of the new joiner and leaver processes, maintaining employee records and offer administrative support to the HR team. This role offers the chance to prepare contracts, offer and renewal letters. You will be ambitious and hungry for the challenge!
You will ideally be a HR, Psychology or Business Graduate with at least one years admin experience. You will be ambition and hungry to kick start your HR career! You will have a warm, welcoming personal manner, the ability to remain calm under pressure and a positive, optimistic, "can do" attitude. You will have exemplary admin skills, attention to detail and be able to "hold your own" with colleagues on all levels. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate HR Administrator to finely tune their HR experience within a fun and dynamic exciting environment. APPLY NOW!!

Graduate PA - International Law Firm! £24k

Our Client is a pioneer of the Legal Industry with an international reputation for excellence alongside an intellectually stimulating yet supportive culture and a focus on employee development.
This is a fabulous opportunity for an intelligent graduate PA looking to combine their secretarial skills with their interest in the world of marketing. You will support one director and their team in diary, travel and meeting management. You will also have the fantastic opportunity to get involved in marketing projects so ambition is a very desirable quality!
You are a high flying graduate from a red brick University with a minimum of 12 months PA experience. You'll have good IT skills and strong communication skills. You'll be able to prioritise projects and workload with minimal supervision and be able to deliver to a consistently high standard regardless of pressure. You'll be comfortable working in a large international organisation and a partnership environment with experience of professional of the legal industry preferable. You'll be quick to learn, quick to remember and capable of producing outstanding quality work every time. Amazing career opportunity!

Send your Cv to helen@hattyblue.co.uk or siobhan@hattyblue.co.uk

Are You in the Driving Seat of Your Career?

Hello Hattys!

Are you in the driving seat of your career? Whether you are currently in a role or on the search, we know that looking for a new role can sometimes feel like a full time job! Let us help you out and tell you about some of our fabulous new jobs! Make sure you send your CV over to hello@hattyblue.co.uk

Calling all Creative Grads! £20k

A one in a million position has arisen at a leading media agency for a Creative Services Assistant! This position will be responsible for providing innovate creative support within unique data visualisation, immersion sessions, debriefs and new business pitches.
You will be able to absorb briefs and translate them into visual explanations, create materials, source stimulus and generally assist the team with creative communications. You will be working with a group of key clients whom you must wholly immerse yourself in and truly get to understand their requirements. You will put together extensive presentations for pitches and ensure continuity at all times. You will produce mood boards and carry out extensive background research. You will be expected to bring your own ideas to the table via viral, social networking and video platforms.
This position will suit a truly creative individual who has an Art or Design background and really wants to put their creative flair to use! Advanced fluency within PowerPoint, Illustrator and Photoshop are absolutely essential. Adobe Premier, Final Cut, After Effects or Motion would definitely be beneficial.
You will essentially be creative, able to meet deadlines, enthusiastic and energetic as this is a demanding yet rewarding role! This is an amazing opportunity – make sure you apply TODAY!!

PA for Prestigious Media Agency! £28k

A one off opportunity has arisen to join this buzzy, prestigious media agency with a gorgeous client list and a culture!
You will provide general secretarial support including taking minutes at board level meetings, organising busy diaries and arranging extensive travel itineraries. You will also support the directors teams too, so being a team player and able to prioritise is really important in this role! You will be a true gate keeper and be ten steps ahead at all times! You will keep all client databases current and accurate and maintain records for the department. This is a fast paced, ever changing environment so you must be adaptable and not afraid to get involved! As the directors you support are client facing, you will be polished, unflappable and have experience of booking client events and functions.
You will have at least 2 years previous experience in a similar role within an advertising or agency environment, be advanced on all Microsoft packages and be forward thinking, proactive and flexible.
Interviews are taking place now, so apply today!

PA to CMO - Global Advertising Agency £35k

Our client is one of the world's largest and long standing advertising agencies, with an impressive client list and plush London Offices.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced PA with superb organisational skills to efficiently and intelligently manage the hectic schedule of the Chief Marketing Officer for this well-known agency. This is a true PA role as you will be responsible for all travel, diary and inbox management. You will prioritise all incoming correspondence and documents, provide accurate and efficient secretarial support and be a true gate keeper as the CMO is in demand!
The successful candidate will be polished, articulate, self-motivated, discreet, flexible, highly professional and will have at least 5 years PA experience within an advertising agency. Interviews are taking place so apply today!

Hatty x