Travelling Personal Assistant

Exclusive Household Staff; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Kensington private household in London seeks a highly flexible Personal Assistant to support the principals with lifestyle management, travel coordination and personal administration. The role requires discretion, proactive problem solving and the ability to adapt to fast-paced, international duties.

The successful candidate will act as a trusted right-hand, managing complex diaries and travel itineraries, coordinating with household staff, and ensuring seamless operations across multiple

Qualifications

• Experience as Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or private household role.
• Exceptional organisational skills with high attention to detail.
• Highly flexible and able to handle changing priorities.
• Discreet, professional and capable of handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive personal and lifestyle support to principals.
• Act as gatekeeper and manage complex diaries, calendars and schedules.
• Coordinate international travel, visas, accommodation and transport.
• Liaise with household staff, contractors and service providers.
• Prepare residences ahead of arrivals and oversee property related tasks.

Skills

Discretion

Organisation

Diary management

Travel coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Kensington, London , Salary - £5,000 pm (Self-Employed)

Location: Kensington, London
Days: Full flexibility required
Hours: On-call 24/7 when working
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £5,000 per month (Self-Employed)

Position Overview

A high-profile private household based in Kensington is seeking an experienced, highly flexible, and proactive Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the principals and their longstanding PA. This is a dynamic and fast-paced role requiring a candidate who can seamlessly manage both domestic and international responsibilities while maintaining the utmost discretion and professionalism.

The successful candidate will act as a trusted right-hand support to the principals, assisting with lifestyle management, travel coordination, household operations, and personal administration. The role requires complete flexibility, including frequent international travel at short notice and availability outside of standard working hours when required.

Key Responsibilities

Personal & Lifestyle Support

• Providing comprehensive lifestyle and logistical support to the principals
• Acting as a gatekeeper and key point of contact on behalf of the principals
• Managing complex diaries, calendars, appointments, and schedules across personal, social, and business commitments
• Handling correspondence and day-to-day personal administration
• Running personal errands and assisting with ad hoc requests as required

Travel & Logistics

• Organising complex international travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, ground transportation, and visa applications
• Managing detailed travel itineraries and schedules
• Assisting with packing, unpacking, and travel preparation
• Travelling internationally with the principals when required, often at short notice

Household & Property Management

• Working closely with the existing PA to ensure the smooth running of multiple residences
• Liaising with household staff, contractors, and external service providers
• Coordinating household maintenance, repairs, and property-related projects
• Assisting with the onboarding and management of household staff when required
• Preparing residences ahead of the principals' arrival and overseeing property closures following departure

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or private household role
• Exceptional organisational and multitasking skills with strong attention to detail
• Highly flexible and able to accommodate changing schedules and priorities
• Discreet, trustworthy, and professional with a calm, solutions-focused approach
• Available to travel internationally at short notice
• Confident using technology, communication platforms, and IT systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Based in London or within a reasonable commuting distance
• No personal commitments that would restrict flexibility or travel requirements