Job description template: Private PA
A ready-to-adapt job description for a Private PA supporting a principal or family, with the practical details that candidates look for.
Purpose of the role
To provide discreet, proactive personal support to [the principal / the family], managing their private affairs so that daily life runs seamlessly.
Key responsibilities
- Personal diary, appointments and travel for [the principal / the family], often at short notice
- Family administration: schools, medical, memberships, visas, insurance and renewals
- Property matters across [residences]: contractors, renovations, insurance, utilities
- Co-ordination with household staff and the House Manager
- Gifting, reservations, events and holidays
- Liaison with the family office, lawyers, accountants and advisers
- Confidential correspondence on behalf of the principal
Experience and skills
- Experience as a Private PA or senior EA with a significant personal-support element
- Exceptional discretion and references to match
- Calm, practical and warm, with excellent written English
- [Languages]; [driving licence]; [right to work in [country]]
Working arrangements
- Based [at the residence / private office / remotely]; [hours and out-of-hours expectations]; travel [frequency]
- Reports to [principal / Chief of Staff]
Package
- Salary [range]; [benefits, bonus, accommodation if live-in]
See our guide to hiring a Private PA for how to brief and vet for this role.