Private PA
Location: Middle East
Salary: TBD
Contract length: Permanent
Intervals of pay: Monthly
Notice period: 1 week during probation, 4 weeks upon successful completion of probation
Working days & hours: Flexible 5-day working week, 9.00am-5.00pm (flexibility required as per the needs of the client)
Start date: ASAP

Job Summary:  

We are seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented professional to support a private individual with the organisation of their private matters. The successful candidate will provide personalised services, ensure the delivery of premium experiences, and manage the diverse needs of the principal. This role requires exceptional interpersonal skills, the ability to handle confidential matters, and a commitment to excellence. Due to cultural reasons - male applicants only will be accepted.

Job Specification:

Develop and maintain strong relationships with the principal, acting as their primary point of contact for all matters relating to the client’s personal affairs and home life, including but not limited to:

• Provide concierge-level services, including travel planning, event coordination, and lifestyle management
• Establish and maintain a network of service providers, including luxury brands, travel agencies, and specialised consultants
• Diary management
• Book appointments, restaurants, travel arrangements, hotels etc
• Personal shopping
• Packing/unpacking for trips/some wardrobe management
• Travel with the principal (approximately once every two months, mainly Europe)
• Events management
• Liaise with domestic staff

Candidate Specification:

• Proven experience working with HNWIs within a Household environment
• Flexible to travel as required (no more than 180 days per year in Europe)
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Must speak English & Spanish (preferably) fluently
• EU passport holder or right to work in Europe
• Confident driver with a valid licence
• Hosting/service skills 
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
• Trustworthy and transparent with any errors/omissions that may occur
• Ability to maintain discretion and uphold confidentiality
• High emotional intelligence and cultural awareness
• Anticipate client needs and proactively address them with tailored solutions
• Resourceful and adaptable
• Strong attention to detail
• Computer literate (Microsoft Word, Excel)
• Negotiation skills
• Team player and strong communicator
• Flexible and resilient
• Presentable
• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or a related field (preferred but not mandatory)

DBS/Police check required at offer stage

Accommodation:

• Separate 1 bedroom apartment (furnished) in a secured complex 5 mins away from the main house

Other

• Flight home once a year to the home destination
• Medical insurance
• Discretionary bonus