Private PA, Central London

Our client, a very stylish businesswoman in the creative sector, is looking for a superbly organised, proactive and professional PA. The role will encompass both business and private responsibilities for the Founder and is based in Central London. This role is client facing as you will attend both internal and external meetings and must be able to pre-empt her requirements and offer excellent support in this busy office and household.

Responsibilities

• Complete control of diary and inbox – both personal and business
• Travel management, including preparation of detailed itineraries
• Monitoring the Principal’s projects to highlight actions providing up to the minute status reports
• Screening calls, enquiries and requests, and handling subsequent action
• Meeting and welcoming clients and visitors
• Organising paperwork, preparing documentation, keeping the administration in order
• Attending meetings with the Principal
• Liaising with clients, suppliers and staff
• Attending external events
• Liaising with household staff (x4)
• Organising private events and dinners

Requirements

• An agile mind, the highest level of professionalism
• Discretion and confidentiality
• Ability to multi-task across a spectrum of private and business projects
• Superb communication skills (verbal and written)
• Excellent organisational skills
• Strength of character and calm under pressure
• An innate sense of structure and timekeeping
• A keen and rich imagination with a focus on the detail