Private Household Personal Assistant (Part-Time, £20/hr, North London)

* Location: North London & remote * Rate: £20 per hour (self-employed) * Hours: 16 hours per week, flexibly across the week * Start: ASAP We are a pair of busy executives in North London looking for a proactive, organised and experienced Private Household Personal Assistant to help keep our personal and household lives running smoothly. This is a live-out, part-time freelance role that combines practical hands-on support (errands, household coordination, small projects) with more “behind-the-scenes” organisation (systems, life admin, research). It would suit someone who genuinely enjoys both getting things done and putting structure around chaos. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- KEY DETAILS * Role: Live-out Private Household Personal Assistant * Contract type: Part-time, self-employed freelance * Hours: 16 hours per week, spread flexibly across the week * Rate: £20 per hour * Location: North London household + remote work * Experience: Minimum 2+ years’ experience in a private household PA or similar high-trust role * Driving: Must have a full UK driving licence -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ROLE OVERVIEW You will support two executives with a mix of household, lifestyle and light executive support, ensuring that day-to-day life runs smoothly, deadlines are met, and the “mental load” of everyday tasks is taken off their plate. This is an ideal role for someone who: * Thrives on variety and can handle weeks that sometimes feel very calm and other times very busy * Enjoys setting up simple, repeatable systems (lists, calendars, spreadsheets, processes) rather than firefighting the same problems repeatedly * Takes pride in delivering a level of service that feels thoughtful, organised and one step ahead A background or interest in arts, creative industries or business is a bonus, as some of the work touches on studio, creative and project-based environments. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Day-to-day admin & diary support * Arrange and manage personal appointments and basic diary entries * Book travel, accommodation, restaurants and events, and confirm the details * Handle simple office/administrative tasks linked to the principals’ work and personal lives 2. Errands, shopping & household logistics * Take care of practical tasks such as grocery shopping, returns, dry cleaning, posting parcels, and collecting or delivering items * Drive for local errands as needed, using sensible routes and planning ahead * Keep an eye on household/studio supplies and organise top-ups when asked 3. Household & studio coordination * Help keep household and studio spaces orderly and functional (e.g. organising key areas) * Arrange and oversee small household fixes or installations (e.g. tradespeople, deliveries, furniture), ensuring work is completed as agreed * Keep basic notes so it’s easy to see what has been done and what is still outstanding 4. Vendors, projects & light admin * Liaise with external vendors and service providers, from tradespeople to cleaners to specialist suppliers * Coordinate small projects (for example, setting up a new service, organising a minor refurbishment, or arranging a move/installation) * Track simple details such as dates, bookings, quotes and receipts in an orderly way 5. Research, hospitality & gifting * Research and compare options for services, venues, products, gifts or travel when requested, and share clear shortlists * Arrange flowers, gifts and hospitality for guests, collaborators, friends and family, reflecting the household’s style and standards 6. General flexibility * Take on other reasonable duties as requested, occasionally at short notice * Use good judgement and common sense, asking for guidance where needed but otherwise working independently within agreed boundaries -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT YOU * Experienced & trustworthy * At least 2+ years’ experience as a private household PA, lifestyle PA, or similar high-trust role (including for HNW individuals, creatives or entrepreneurs) * Comfortable handling confidential and sensitive information with absolute discretion * Organised & systems-minded * Naturally creates lists, trackers and simple systems to keep things on track * Able to manage multiple moving parts and changing priorities without dropping details * Proactive & solution-focused * Spots what needs doing and takes action, rather than waiting to be told * Brings options and potential solutions, not just problems * Calm, adaptable temperament * Comfortable with a workload that can fluctuate: some weeks very calm, others busier * Stays steady, polite and clear even when juggling several things at once * Practical & hands-on * Happy to roll up your sleeves for errands, organising, light household tasks and basic DIY/maintenance coordination * Confident driving around London, navigating traffic, parking and routes * People smart & good communicator * Strong interpersonal skills with a friendly, professional manner * Fluent written and spoken English; able to communicate clearly with everyone from tradespeople to venues to professional contacts * Tech-comfortable * Confident using basic digital tools (e.g. Google Workspace or Microsoft 365, shared calendars, spreadsheets, task apps)