Personal Assistant

Personal AssistantDivision: Private Household / Personal SupportLocation: Upper East Side, New York, NY 10021Salary: $100,000 - $120,000Position Type: Full-Time | Hybrid, Remote & On-SiteSchedule: Monday – Friday, with flexibility outside standard hours as neededBenefits: Health Benefits, PTO, Sick Days, and additional benefitsPosition OverviewA private individual on Manhattan’s Upper East Side is seeking an experienced and highly organized Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive personal and administrative support. This position offers a combination of remote and in-person work, with flexibility based on the principal’s schedule and needs.The ideal candidate is an exceptional writer and communicator with meticulous attention to detail, patience, and a genuine interest in literature and the arts. The PA should be polished, discreet, intellectually curious, and comfortable supporting a principal whose needs may extend beyond traditional business hours.ResponsibilitiesManage personal calendar, appointments, correspondence, and day-to-day schedulingDraft, edit, and proofread personal correspondence and written materialsMaintain organized personal records, documents, files, and household informationCoordinate appointments, reservations, travel, and personal arrangementsConduct research and assist with special projects as requestedManage personal errands, purchases, returns, gifts, and deliveriesCoordinate with household staff, vendors, service providers, and outside contactsAssist with household and lifestyle administrationMaintain detailed follow-up on outstanding tasks and requestsAssist with pet-related scheduling and needs for the principal’s medium-sized dogProvide remote support as well as in-person assistance at the residenceRemain accessible and flexible when occasional needs arise outside traditional working hoursMaintain complete confidentiality and discretion at all timesRequirements3 - 5 years of experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or similar high-level support professionalExceptional written and verbal communication skillsExcellent writing, editing, and proofreading abilitiesStrong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skillsPatient, thoughtful, resourceful, and highly dependableInterest or background in literature, writing, publishing, arts, or a related field is a strong plusFrench language skills are a plus, but not requiredComfortable with a hybrid working arrangement and providing hands-on support when neededComfortable working around and assisting with a medium-sized dogAbility to anticipate needs and operate with minimal directionFlexible and comfortable with the nature of supporting a private principalProfessional, poised, and highly discreetExcellent referencesValid U.S. work authorization