Personal Assistant/House Manager for Private Family, London & Oxfordshire, circa £60k gpa depending on experience
Please note that you will need to have your own vehicle to use in London on a daily basis for this position.
We are seeking a highly organised Personal Assistant/House Manager to join a busy VIP family based between London and Oxfordshire. This role focuses on managing all personal and household-related tasks; liaising with household teams, dealing with contractors & organising personal schedules and logistics. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a private setting and a positive, upbeat approach, willing to muck in where needed and keep projects moving forwards.
This is an exciting opportunity to work for a kind, respectful, professional family with lots of exciting projects and events to get involved in.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage all household operations and renovations, ensuring projects run smoothly.
- Coordinate and supervise contractors, ensuring quality and timelines are met.
- Oversee the management of various properties located in Oxfordshire & London.
- Handle household and family bill payments in coordination with the accounts team.
- Personal diary management including scheduling and appointments.
- Occasional assistance with Principal's business e.g. photo shoots and sourcing items
- Liaising with business EAs and wider teams
- Manage household staff across two locations (London and Oxfordshire).
- Travel between London (4 days/week) and Oxfordshire (1 day/week).
- Ensure the well-being of household pets and potentially assist with dog sitting.
Requirements:
- Own vehicle that can be used in London on a daily basis.
- Valid driver's licence and ability to drive between London and Oxford.
- Proven experience working in a private household.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Ideally some experience property management
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage schedules and contractors effectively.
- Ability to work autonomously and prioritise tasks effectively.
- Must be dog-friendly and comfortable around various pets.
- Must possess a positive, can-do attitude.
- Comfortable with occasional travel and being on hand to support family needs.
- Confident and able to command authority when needed eg. dealing with contractors
- Professional demeanour, able to maintain appropriate boundaries while being approachable.
Location: Notting Hill and Oxfordshire Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Note: This role is not suitable for those seeking remote work. It requires hands-on management, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel between London and Oxford.