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Private Personal Assistant (PA) to Family in the Global Sporting Industry

Competitive, DOE|Mayfair, London|Permanent

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly polished Private Personal Assistant to join a close-knit support team for a prominent family in the global sporting industry. Based in a spectacular private office in Mayfair, this is a wide-ranging role that requires acute attention to detail, emotional intelligence, and the ability to confidently manage a busy and high-profile environment. Once you are established in your role, there will be opportunity for you to travel with the team to races on occasion (global travel typically 2-5 days in duration).

Location: Mayfair, London (4 days per week office-based, 1 day from home)
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience (preferred cap £85,000.00)

The Role:
While working collaboratively with the wider PA team for the extensive family needs, you will also take sole responsibility for managing the Mayfair-based office. This includes overseeing financial processes, acting as a key liaison with internal and external stakeholders and VIP guests, and supporting senior members of the office, including the CIO. This role is best suited to someone who thrives in a dynamic, high-profile environment and who excels at building trusted relationships while keeping operations running seamlessly.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

  • Office & Operational Management
    • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the family office, ensuring all internal processes and workflows run efficiently
    • Executive assistant support to senior members of the office including the CIO
    • Manage relationships with contractors and service providers
    • Act as primary liaison with building management and IT support
  • Financial & Administrative Support
    • Track and reconcile expenses, including travel, office operations, and lifestyle support
    • Manage petty cash, invoice approvals, and liaise with accountants for smooth financial reporting
    • Maintain accurate administrative records and ensure timely follow-through on all tasks
  • Stakeholder & Business Liaison
    • Work closely with key stakeholders across the family’s two principal business interests, supporting communication, scheduling, and coordination
    • Act as a reliable interface between the family office and business teams
  • Complex Travel & Logistics Coordination
    • Coordinate a dynamic and high-frequency global travel schedule for the principal, family, and wider team.
    • Manage commercial and private flight bookings, ground transport, and itinerary planning.
    • Ensure passports, visas, and travel documentation are valid, up to date, and compliant with destination requirements
  • Accommodation & Sporting Calendar Support
    • Manage global accommodation logistics in line with the family’s international sporting calendar and travel commitments
    • Coordinate bookings for the wider team, liaising with trusted providers
    • Maintain a centralised events and travel calendar, anticipating requirements and deadlines in advance
  • VIP Relations & Event Coordination
    • Act as point of contact for VIP guests in the lead-up to private and business events
    • Coordinate guest requirements, preferences, and schedules to ensure a premium and personalised experience
    • Oversee the hosting of meetings ensuring all aspects of hospitality meet the highest standards
  • Lifestyle Management & Personal Assistance
    • Provide day-to-day personal support to the principal and family, including running errands, booking appointments, and overseeing household needs
    • Maintain absolute discretion and a service-first approach across all interactions
    • Anticipate and respond flexibly to the family’s evolving personal and professional requirements

Start date: 1 July 2025

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