Personal Assistant Recruitment

What Makes VWA Different

At VWA, we’re about more than just recruitment. With more than 35 years of experience, we provide tailored business support recruitment solutions that exceed expectations, every time.

Since our inception, we’ve developed a unique consultative and holistic approach, ensuring we connect exceptional Personal Assistant talent with the right organisations. Plus, over the years, we’re proud to have adapted to changing markets while staying true to the values that define our work:

People-Focused

Recruitment is more than just numbers and CVs. At VWA, we have a truly collaborative approach and prioritise building genuine relationships with clients and candidates so we can understand their unique needs and deliver personalised solutions.

Integrity

Honesty and transparency are at the heart of everything we do. Whether we’re providing candidate feedback or offering client advice, we believe that clear communication is essential for success - so you can trust that we will always be completely honest with you.

Advisory

With over three decades of experience, our deep industry knowledge allows us to offer expert, tailored advice. Whatever your situation and whatever your needs, we listen, consult and adapt our services to align with your own unique goals.

Tenacity

Here at VWA, we’re committed problem solvers who go beyond the surface. Our team digs deep to identify the perfect candidate for every role, no matter the challenges. Whatever it takes, we’ll find the right match for you, every time.

Expertise

As experts in search and selection, we bring a wealth of knowledge to Personal Assistant recruitment. However, we’re keen to always keep learning, and work hard to continuously expand our expertise and stay ahead of industry trends.

Loyalty and Accountability

We know that loyalty is increasingly rare in the world of recruitment - which is why we are proud to make it a cornerstone of our work. At VWA, we are committed to our clients, candidates and colleagues, and always stand by our promises.

Relationships

Our approach is rooted in collaboration, enabling us to foster long-lasting relationships with both candidates and clients alike. The trust we’ve earned is reflected in the high number of referrals we receive.

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Our Personal Assistant Recruitment Process

We know how busy life can get and how a stressful, time-consuming recruitment process is the last thing you need. That’s why our step-by-step search and selection process has been carefully designed to make your Personal Assistant recruitment journey as seamless and stress-free as possible.

Think of us as your dedicated recruitment partner, guiding you from start to finish - from understanding your needs to managing the offer stage right through to onboarding. If you’re looking for a trusted partner to handle your Personal Assistant recruitment, we’re here to make the process as straightforward and effective as possible.

All you need to do is choose from our selection of top-tier, pre-vetted candidates. It really is as simple as that! Here’s a closer look at how our Personal Assistant recruitment process works:

Briefing Meeting

The first step in our tried-and-tested Personal Assistant recruitment process is a detailed briefing meeting. During this conversation, your dedicated recruitment consultant will take the time to understand your business, its culture and your specific hiring requirements. This insight ensures we identify candidates who are the perfect fit for your PA needs.

Candidate Search

Following on from the briefing meeting, our candidate search begins with our extensive database of highly skilled permanent and temporary business support professionals. Depending on the outcome of this initial search, we will also conduct a CV search and place targeted, anonymous adverts on established job boards to attract the best PA talent.

Competency-Based Interview and Assessment

Here at VWA, we are committed to presenting only the most qualified candidates, every time. To achieve this, we conduct thorough telephone interviews, followed by competency-based assessments to make sure we only put forward the best of the best. These steps help us evaluate each candidate’s skills and experience to ensure they align with your requirements.

Candidate Selection

Your Personal Assistant Recruitment Consultant will then provide you with a shortlist of high-quality candidates, each carefully assessed and briefed to make sure they meet your needs. Alongside their CVs, you’ll also receive detailed candidate profiles highlighting each candidate’s skills, strengths and competencies, so you can get to know each candidate on a deeper level.

Client and Candidate Management

When you’re ready to interview your chosen candidates, we’ll make sure they’re fully briefed and prepared. And that’s not all: throughout the interview process, we’ll also be on hand to provide in-depth feedback to both clients and candidates, eliminating any ambiguity and ensuring everyone is on the same page.

Offer and Follow-Up

Finally, once you’ve made your decision and selected your preferred candidate, we’ll handle referencing and right-to-work checks and also negotiate a suitable compensation package. Our support doesn’t end there; we’ll also stay in touch beyond the start date to ensure a smooth onboarding process and a successful placement.

Types of Roles We Specialise In

As a leading business support recruitment consultancy, VWA has a rich history of placing highly skilled professionals into a wide range of business support roles. We have successfully matched thousands of candidates with positions such as Personal Assistants, Team Coordinators, Office Managers, Private PAs and more.

We specialise in recruiting for roles that are crucial to the smooth running of any business. Whether you're looking for a Personal Assistant or another business support professional, our experienced team is ready to assist. Positions we recruit for include: