Executive Assistant – Private PA for High‑Net‑Worth Household

About the role

We are looking for a discreet and highly experienced Private Personal Assistant to support a high‑net‑worth couple across multiple residences in the UK and Italy. Based primarily in London, the role is live‑out and involves close collaboration with household staff, suppliers and external partners to ensure seamless day‑to‑day operations.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the principal point of contact for both principals, understanding their preferences, routines and long‑term priorities.
• Coordinate schedules, priorities and communication between heads of housekeeping, garden teams, and other household staff across all properties.
• Oversee property management for residences in London, Burford, Walberswick and Italy, including maintenance, redecoration and improvement projects.
• Manage relationships with contractors, suppliers and service providers, ensuring high standards and timely delivery.
• Support planning and execution of personal and corporate events hosted at the residences.
• Maintain household documentation, policies, procedures, inventories of art, furniture and supplies.
• Process personal and property‑related invoices accurately and on time.
• Arrange family travel and ensure pets receive appropriate care and health checks.
• Assist in recruitment of new household staff and oversee HR records such as leave, sickness and TOIL.
• Ensure health and safety procedures are upheld across all locations.

Required profile

• Significant experience in a comparable private household or high‑net‑worth environment.
• Exceptional discretion, organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage multiple properties and coordinate diverse teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the capacity to work effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds.
• Flexibility to travel between residences and adapt to changing priorities.

Required skills