Personal Assistant to Principal Family

Mission Staffing; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Staffing seeks an experienced Personal Assistant to support a private family across personal, household, and lifestyle needs. This role works with a senior assistant and a small support team, spanning multiple residences.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, discreet, proactive, and comfortable managing a broad range of responsibilities with flexibility and professionalism.

Candidates should have 5+ years in similar roles and experience in luxury or private households is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as Personal/Executive Assistant to private individuals or families.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience across multiple locations with a flexible schedule; luxury/private environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive personal and administrative support across multiple residences.
• Coordinate household staff, vendors, and service providers.
• Manage scheduling, appointments, and personal calendars.
• Plan and coordinate domestic and international travel.
• Support philanthropic, social, and creative engagements as needed.
• Handle personal errands, shopping, and day-to-day household needs.
• Assist with family-related logistics and coordination involving children in the household.

Skills

Discretion

Organization

Time management

Communication skills

Multi-location work

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Personal Assistant to support a private family across their personal, household, and lifestyle needs. This individual will work closely with an existing senior assistant and serve as an integral part of a small, dedicated support team. The role spans multiple locations and requires someone who is professional, proactive, and comfortable managing a broad range of responsibilities with discretion and care.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive personal and administrative support across multiple residences
• Coordinate household staff, vendors, and service providers
• Manage scheduling, appointments, and personal calendars
• Plan and coordinate domestic and international travel
• Support philanthropic, social, and creative engagements as needed
• Handle personal errands, shopping, and day-to-day household needs
• Assist with family-related logistics and occasional coordination involving children in the household

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a personal assistant or executive assistant role supporting private individuals or families
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion and professionalism
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working across multiple locations with a flexible schedule
• Experience in a luxury, private household, or family office environment is strongly preferred