#StrategicPANetwork | ONLINE 31/01 | COMPLIMENTARY CV & INTERVIEW WORKSHOP
31 January 2025 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
You are cordially invited to attend Strategic PA Recruitment’s online event on Friday 31st January 2025 at 12:30pm.
This interactive online workshop is designed to help Executive Assistants enhance their career potential by mastering the essential skills of CV writing and interview preparation. Led by Sarah Howson and Marianne Whitlock, founders and directors of Strategic PA Recruitment and Ali Braid, Owner and L&D Consultant at The Recruitment Trainer, the session offers a unique opportunity to gain insights from seasoned professionals who understand the nuances of the EA role and the recruitment process. Participants will have the chance to ask questions, receive expert advice and gain practical tips in a safe and supportive environment.
By attending this workshop, Executive Assistants will:
- Refine their CVs to stand out in a competitive job market – Learn how to structure, format, and highlight key achievements and transferable skills to create a compelling personal brand.
- Gain confidence in interview techniques – Discover strategies to articulate strengths, address challenging questions and communicate value effectively during interviews.
- Stay ahead with up-to-date recruitment trends – Understand what recruiters are looking for in 2025, including tips on leveraging LinkedIn and other digital platforms to maximise career opportunities.
This is your opportunity to invest in yourself and your career. Don’t miss this empowering session!
STRATEGIC PA RECRUITMENT ONLINE FORMAT
12:25pm – Get ‘Online’ – Log on a bit earlier if you can with your favourite wrap and drink of choice ready to settle in for a 12:30pm prompt start!
12:30pm – Strategic PA Recruitment Directors Sarah Howson and Marianne Whitlock and Ali Braid, Owner and L&D Consultant at The Recruitment Trainer.
1:10pm – Q&A
1:30pm – Finish
ABOUT STRATEGIC PA RECRUITMENT
Strategic PA Recruitment is a specialist boutique search firm dedicated to matching high-calibre Chiefs of Staff, Executive Assistants (EAs), Personal Assistants (PAs) and Office Managers with forward-thinking organisations and influential leaders.
The company’s clients span a range of industries and sectors, including:
- Board-Level Directors
- CEOs
- Entrepreneurs
- Managing Directors
- Non-Executive Directors
- Private Households
- Senior Leadership Teams
- Ultra-High-Net-Worth Individuals (UHNWIs)
With a deep understanding that the relationship between a CEO and their Executive or Personal Assistant is fundamental to business success, Strategic PA Recruitment takes a tailored, consultative approach to every search. The company’s rigorous process ensures that each candidate is handpicked to align with the specific needs, values and business objectives of its clients.
At the heart of Strategic PA Recruitment are its Founders, Sarah and Marianne, whose leadership is rooted in integrity, transparency and a commitment to excellence. Their approach prioritises honesty, clear communication and genuine long-term partnership with both clients and candidates. These values are embedded in every interaction, ensuring trust, respect and clarity throughout the recruitment process.
Their first-hand experience as senior Executive Assistants gives them a unique understanding of the roles they recruit for. Having spent years supporting C-suite executives at the highest level, Sarah and Marianne know what it takes to thrive in these positions. This insider knowledge enables them to identify and place candidates who not only meet the brief but also bring measurable value to the organisation.
Strategic PA Recruitment is also uniquely positioned thanks to its connection with the Strategic PA Network, a professional networking group for C-Suite Executive Assistants that is now approaching its 10th anniversary. Founded and run by Sarah and Marianne, the network has become a respected platform for learning, development, and peer-to-peer support within the executive assistant community. This expansive network of highly skilled EAs and PAs offers Strategic PA Recruitment access to the hidden talent market, enabling them to source top-tier candidates who may not be visible on traditional job boards.
The company’s passion for excellence, combined with a commitment to continuous learning, ensures it remains agile and responsive to the evolving demands of modern business. Strategic PA Recruitment offers a bespoke, human-first approach. By prioritising collaboration, professionalism and care, Sarah, Marianne and the team always deliver an exceptional service. Their approach is personal, precise and thoughtful, always putting clients and candidates first.
They care. They listen. They deliver. Their passion for supporting exceptional people and businesses is at the heart of everything they do.