8 Personal Assistant jobs available:

KENSINGTON -W8
Daily Housekeeper – Stewardess/Steward, with House management and PA responsibilities
Flexible working hours, weekend working will be required when the principal is in residence
Experienced, flexible, meticulous, and discreet housekeeper is required for a newly refurbished UHNW apartment in Kensington.
The principal travels frequently and hence a housekeeper who is self-sufficient and able to manage the day to day running of the apartment is required. Duties will include hands on cleaning, care of fine fabrics, antiques, fragile objects, silver and artwork, care and management of the wardrobes, laundry to a high standard and very occasional light simple cooking is a plus. Front of house and service skills are also required.
You will need to have good communication skills, be computer literate, be able to organise contractors, deliveries and make appointments and run errands on behalf of the principal.
There are 2 cats, who travel with the principal, so a cat lover is essential.
Daily working hours are flexible, longer daily hours and one weekend day when the principal is in residence, shorter hours, self-managed and time back taken she when she is not. You will need to be very well presented, be willing to wear a simple uniform and have the flexibility to work longer hours occasionally.
SALARY NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE – Fluent English essential and French a big plus.
previous formal house or private yacht experience preferred. (HU3540)

Saudi Arabia - House Manager/Butler/Personal Assistant/Companion

A fantastic new position based in Saudi Arabia with occasional travel.  We require a self-sufficient, flexible, professional, and discreet candidate for this role. 

Duties will vary and will include overseeing and ensuring the smooth running of the Principal’s main residence, managing a team of staff, administrative tasks such as: diary management, bookings, budgeting, etc. 

In addition, you will be required to provide full butler/valet service and you should have excellent F&B service skills as well as wardrobe management.  Our client requires a top calibre candidate who has worked in a similar role previously.   Discretion and dedication are essential.  Driver essential.

Excellent accommodation provided; salary circa £40,000. (HU3226)

MOTHERS HELP/PERSONAL ASSISTANT/HOUSEHOLD ASSISTANT/CHILD LOVER
Middle East with worldwide travel

Our client requires a professional and proactive candidate to work in the capacity of all -round Mothers’ Help/Personal Assistant/General Household Assistant to assist her with a variety of tasks.   This is a busy household with six children, and while they do all have nannies employed, it is essential that you are child friendly and happy to assist with childcare in a “Guardian” type role when she is away.   This post will require a really kind and genuinely caring individual who loves children and who has a “can-do” attitude who is happy to assist wherever needed.  The duties for this position will range from administrative tasks as well as hands-on tasks, such as running errands and assisting the client in all walks of her daily life.  Based in Middle East and the candidate will be required to travel with the Client. Flexibility is essential as well as the ability to travel extensively.   Accommodation provided.  Excellent negotiable salary based on experience.   (HU3634) ON HOLD

Nanny / Governess
Doha, Qatar
Fluent English and French Required

An experienced governess/nanny is required to work with three children, two girls ages 8 and 10 and one boy, who is 1 years old.   The children’s duties and requirements as well as timetables will differ thus there must be a good level of flexibility to assist with the range of needs.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct and supervise the children’s nannies on their daily duties and the children’s needs.
• Liaise with the children’s tutors and school staff to ensure the children’s progress is being fully tracked and work with tutors to identify children’s strengths and weaknesses and encourage them in the correct areas.
• Oversee and guide upcoming college preparation and applications.
• Ensure that the children’s timekeeping and timetables are all extremely organised, that they go to the correct subjects on time and that their extra-curricular activities and homework are well organised.
• Help the children with their homework which will include languages (French, English and others as directed by the Principal), Mathematics and other staple subjects (and as directed by the Principal).
• To make sure the children go to bed / wake up on time and that they have consistency and a good feeling of structure and security in their daily routine whilst being flexible.
• Manage the children’s health including attending doctor visits, dispensing medication, and keeping the medicines organised and well stocked.
• Liaise with security staff/ drivers and other relevant staff members when necessary, for example, children travel arrangements, to ensure all their needs are being met.
• When traveling with the children, you are required to travel with them and take care of their clothing, entertainment and organising their timetables etc. This will include some laundress duties and wardrobe organisation.
• When traveling, to prepare in advance cultural and entertainment activities in the relevant cities and destinations. To be resourceful and imaginative.
• Ensure the children are dressed appropriately / help them prepare for different and some special occasions.
• Be resourceful when keeping the children entertained, to be creative with games and entertainment.
• To encourage outdoor play and physical sport activities.
• To build on their baking and cooking skills.
• To positively encourage creativity, to think outside the norm, feed imagination.
• Be imaginative and creative. Take the children outdoors to play very regularly and take them swimming regularly. They enjoy doing art, science, and cooking amongst other activities.
• Travel may include staying on a boat for long periods of time which will require you to be strategic in keeping them creatively active / occupied and happy.
• Encourage responsible care for and play with their three Chihuahua dogs, including during travel at times. The governess shall take full responsibility of the Chihuahuas but with assistance in managing their daily needs.
• To ensure all stationary supplies as required by the children are checked, well stocked, in good order.
• Wardrobe management is required.
• Administrative duties and photo/data management is required.
• Order and purchase stationary supplies, educational games and activities, and other general supplies as needed, and maintain cash flow logs.
• Ensure the children’s dietary requirements are catered for / being adhered to. This will require liaising with catering staff and if required to cook for them/ provide them with nutritional meals.
• To be fully aware at all times of allergies or special requirements.

QUALITIES

• To be warm, open, emotive, and caring towards the children.
• Their well-being is the ultimate priority at all times.
• To be confident, calm, and clear thinking under pressure (ex. In medical emergency situations)
• To be imaginative, resourceful, playful, and creative.
• Well-organised and able to balance competing priorities
• An interest in and knowledge of safely doing arts and crafts, painting, cooking / baking and interesting, developmentally appropriate science experiments.
• To be interested in and encourage sporty, active, and outdoorsy pursuits.
• To lead by example, be a good role model for the children, set firm boundaries but be kind at the same time. This includes encouraging a strong work ethic and placing importance upon education and their progress.
• Be adaptable to different situations, places, and scenarios.
• Well-travelled and confident navigating a variety of locations with young children

Requirements:

• CRB / DBS checked
• Full clean driving licence
• First Aid knowledge/ training/ certificate
• Non-smoker
• Full medical review required
• High level of Education (experience in a children’s educational setting)
• Fluent French to assist with primary school French, liaise with French school, attend meetings
• Musical theory knowledge to assist with elementary piano practice
• Strong swimmer
• No motion sickness
• Comfortable dealing with children/ young adults of all age ranges from 1 to 20.
• Comfortable with handling Chihuahua dogs and Bengal cat.

Negotiable salary based on experience, shared accommodation included along with Medical insurance and one return flight home per year.   6-day working week with flexible hours.    (HU3617)

Personal Assistant
Chigwell, Essex

We seek a highly professional and experienced Personal Assistant to work alongside, support and shadow the Estate/House Manager for a property based in Chigwell.  This is a full-time position that will require a candidate who is switched on, flexible and self-sufficient.  The role will include diary management, ensuring appointments are scheduled, ordering and provisioning, various administrative tasks including monitoring correspondence and inventory, ensuring tasks are completed on schedule, budgeting, etc.   It is essential that you are extremely organised with strong communication skills.  You should have the ability to multitask and prioritise duties.  You will be responsible for covering for the House Manager on their day off, thus previous private house experience is required.   5-day working week, with flexibility.  There will also be occasional travel with this role; generally a few times per year.  In addition, candidates with wardrobe management skills would be a plus.    Good computer skills required.  Drivers licence essential.  The role will initially be working remotely, but will transition into an office based role within the property eventually.   Salary negotiable based on experience, circa £45,000-£50,000.   Previous private house experience essential. (HU3659)

Personal Assistant
London with travel

Our client is looking for a professional and experienced Personal Assistant to be based in Central London with worldwide travel.   This role will require a candidate that has previously worked for a HNWI for a minimum of 3 years.   You will be responsible for ensuring the Principals’ life is running smoothly while maintaining the ultimate discretion.  Duties will include booking travel and restaurants, organising cars, and their upkeep, managing and organising inventory, scheduling and arranging meetings as well as taking notes.  The role will mainly be working remotely, thus it is imperative that you have the facility to work effectively in a remote setting.  It is essential that you have strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all members of staff.   Strong administrative skills along with the ability to work under pressure, prioritise and multitask essential.  Salary circa £36,000 Gross per annum.  ON HOLD  (HU3637)

PERSONAL ASSISTANT
SOUTH OF FRANCE- LIVE OUT-MUST BE ABLE TO WORK FROM HOME
FLUENT ENGLISH, FRENCH, RUSSIAN ESSENTIAL

A professional and experienced Personal Assistant is required for a private family based in the South of France. You must be able to work from home in this position.   This is a lovely role that will suit a candidate who has a flexible approach and a “can-do” attitude.  You will be required to act as the first point of contact; dealing with incoming emails, phone calls and post, you will manage extensive diaries; scheduling meetings and appointments, you will also be responsible for making international travel arrangements including organising visa’s, transport and accommodation.  Additional duties will include facilitating events and conferences, compiling reports, managing expenses, maintaining procedures, and effectively liaising with staff, suppliers, and clients.  It is essential that you have previous experience in a similar Personal Assistant role.  Excellent computer skills along with strong organizational skills required.  5 day working week with flexibility.  Negotiable salary.  ASAP start. (HU3484) 

PERSONAL ASSISTANT/ADMINISTRATOR MAYFAIR LONDON WI -FLUENT RUSSIAN/ENGLISH SPEAKER ESSENTIAL.  CIRCA £70,000 negotiable  

We seek a highly motivated Executive Administrator and Personal Assistant to cover Maternity leave from 1 May 2021 until 1 July 2022 (with possibility for long term contract.)  A dynamic, self-starter is required, with a “Can Do” attitude essential.  Energetic, proactive and a person who is always thinking ahead.   

• Must have at least 5 years’ experience working for an UHNWI.

• Fluent Russian/English speaker mandatory

• Must have been living in London for at least 5 years and have knowledge of top restaurants, venues, suppliers etc. 

• Strong administrative background

• Essential qualities: Flexible, resourceful, highly organized, quick learning, able to work fast but efficiently, good team player. 

• Term: 1 May 2021 until 1 July 2022, 28 days Holidays including bank holidays, health insurance, travel insurance.

(HU3684)