Executive Assistant - Private EA

Oriel Partners Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An executive recruitment firm is seeking an Executive Assistant for a prestigious family office in Mayfair. This full-time role involves supporting a VIP Principal with both private and professional duties, including managing logistics, organising events, and coordinating wardrobe. The ideal candidate will have experience with HNW individuals and demonstrate strong organisational and emotional intelligence. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic and inspiring environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting HNW Principals or VIPs in both personal and professional capacities.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to 'read the room.'
• Driving licence preferred, with occasional travel within the UK.
• Attention to detail and proactive thinking are essential.
• Versatile and empathetic personality, ideal for upward career trajectory.

Responsibilities

• Provide seamless support for the Principal’s private life.
• Organise events and coordinate wardrobe and luxury purchases.
• Manage calendars, prepare papers and briefings.
• Adapt to evolving interests and priorities with discretion.
• Oversee domestic staff and logistics across residences.

Skills

Organisational skills

Emotional intelligence

Proactive thinking

Interest in arts, culture, fashion, and public affairs

Job description

Executive Assistant – Private EA for Family Office in Mayfair.

Fantastic new opportunity for an Executive Assistant to join a prestigious family office in Mayfair, supporting a VIP Principal.

This is a full-time role for an experienced Executive Assistant who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys balancing private and professional responsibilities. The Executive Assistant will work closely with the Senior Advisor to the Principal—who acts as PR spokesman and stylist—as well as the Head of Operations, managing budgets, overseeing strategy, and ensuring smooth operations across multiple properties.

The Principal is an UHNWI deeply involved in cultural and philanthropic projects, with strong interests in arts, fashion, and education. She sits on the Board of a major London museum and co-runs a significant educational charity with her husband.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide seamless support for the Principal’s private life, including managing domestic staff, day-to-day logistics, and pre-empting issues across residences in London, the countryside and the US.
• Organise events, entertainment, and equestrian activities for the children.
• Coordinate wardrobe, luxury purchases
• Manage calendars, prepare papers and briefings, and attend meetings alongside the Principal.
• Adapt to evolving interests and priorities with resourcefulness and discretion.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience supporting HNW Principals or VIPs in both personal and professional capacities.
• Strong organisational skills, emotional intelligence, and ability to “read the room.” Interest in arts, culture, fashion, and public affairs is highly desirable.
• Driving licence preferred, there will be occasional travel within the UK.
• Attention to detail and proactive thinking are essential.
• Perfect for an Executive Assistant on an upward career trajectory who is versatile and empathetic.

If you are a switched-on Executive Assistant with experience as Private PA, who can anticipate needs and deliver exceptional service, this is your chance to join a genuinely kind and inspiring Principal in a unique, high-profile role. Full time office based role.