As directors continue to battle with a challenging economy, it is your hard work behind the scenes that allows them to get on with their job.

The Hays PA of the Year Award, in association with The Times, seeks to reward outstanding personal assistants and executive assistants who have demonstrated extreme dedication to their job and a high level of initiative.

The winner will enjoy the prestige that comes with the coveted PA of the Year title, proving they are a true asset to their business, as well as receiving a dream holiday for two at a five star hotel in Rome, courtesy of Corporate Traveller. A judging panel including Karren Brady, one of the UK's leading business women, Susie Barron-Stubley from Castalia Coaching & Training, Geoff Sims, MD of Hays PA & Secretarial and Anuszka Elland, last year’s winner, will assess the entries.

Anuszka Elland said of the award: "My colleagues have commented on how proud they are of me and how it has inspired the rest of the team. If you believe you’ve got what it takes to win this prestigious PA award, show us what you’re worth and enter."

The closing date for applications is Friday 26th March 2010.

Visit hays.co.uk/pa-award-2010 for further information and full terms and conditions.