Private PA & Household​/Family Assistant

Private PA & Household / Family Assistant

Location:

Hampstead, London Salary: £50,000 per annum

Hours:

Full-time, Monday–Friday About the Role We are seeking an experienced, highly capable and adaptable Private PA & Household / Family Assistant to support a successful businessman and his family in Hampstead, London. This is a genuinely varied role that combines private business support, household administration, errands, food preparation, light housekeeping and after-school childcare. No two days will necessarily look the same, so we are looking for someone who is naturally organised, proactive and hands-on, and who is equally comfortable managing a busy diary as they are preparing lunch or collecting a child from school.

The successful candidate will become a trusted and valued member of the household, providing seamless support across both the professional and personal sides of the family's day-to-day life.

Key Responsibilities Private PA / Business Support Approximately 2–3 hours of the working day will be focused on business and personal PA responsibilities, including:
Managing busy diaries, appointments and schedules Coordinating meetings and making travel arrangements Organising domestic and business travel Managing emails, correspondence and general administration Booking restaurants, appointments and other personal commitments Researching and arranging services, bookings and activities Managing day-to-day tasks and ensuring deadlines are met Running personal and business-related errands Acting as a reliable point of contact and anticipating requirements Providing general administrative support as required Household Support The role will also involve helping to ensure the household runs smoothly, including:
Managing household administration and appointments Liaising with tradespeople, suppliers and service providers Running household errands and completing shopping Receiving deliveries and organising household items Preparing lunch, snacks and simple food for the family Keeping on top of day-to-day household tasks Light cleaning and tidying where required Helping with laundry and general household organisation as needed Childcare / Family Support Once their child finishes school, responsibilities will transition into family and childcare support, including:
School collection and transportation Preparing snacks and meals Helping with homework and school-related activities Taking the child to clubs, activities and appointments Organising appropriate activities Supporting the child's evening routine Ensuring the child's safety and wellbeing at all times Communicating with parents regarding the child's day and any relevant updates About You This role would suit someone who enjoys being busy, hands-on and incredibly organised, and who genuinely likes variety.

You will need to be comfortable moving between professional PA responsibilities and practical household/family tasks without hesitation. The ideal candidate will have:
Previous experience in a Private PA, Family Assistant, Household Manager, Nanny/PA or similar varied support role Experience supporting a high-net-worth individual, family or busy private household would be advantageous Previous experience with school children Excellent organisational and time-management skills Strong attention to detail A proactive, "see it and sort it" approach Excellent communication skills The ability to manage multiple priorities calmly and efficiently A warm, professional and trustworthy manner Discretion and absolute confidentiality Confidence dealing with suppliers, tradespeople and external contacts The flexibility and willingness to get involved in all aspects of the role A practical, hands-on approach and no hesitation when it comes to errands, food preparation, light cleaning or childcare The Right Personality This is not a traditional 9–5 PA role, nor is it a traditional nanny or housekeeping position.

We are looking for someone who is exceptionally adaptable and genuinely enjoys being the person who makes life easier. You may spend the morning arranging international travel and managing a diary, prepare lunch, collect the child from school…