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TEMP Personal Assistant (2.5 months)

  • NY, NY
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TEMPORARY Personal Assistant (2.5 Months)

Duration: Beginning ASAP - May 27th
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
Compensation: $60/hour
Location: On-Site; Upper East Side of Manhattan

Overview

A private household is seeking a highly organized and tech-savvy Temporary House Manager/Personal Assistant to support day-to-day operations for a two-month period. This role is primarily Personal Assistant focused (90%), with light House Management responsibilities (10%), and is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who is proactive, efficient, and comfortable working independently.

Key Responsibilities

Personal Assistant Support (90%)

  • Create and manage Word documents and digital files (proficiency with fonts, margins, columns, inserting images, etc.)

  • Prepare a daily sheet which shows tasks completed during the day, notes/comments, appointments, important dates, upcoming projects, and outstanding purchases

  • Manage administrative and personal tasks with a high level of discretion and attention to detail

  • Handle purchasing, order tracking, and follow-ups

  • Download, organize, and manage photos and files across apps and devices

  • Conduct research on purchases, services, and items as needed

  • Maintain seamless digital organization across all Apple devices

  • Assist with occasional travel planning and coordination

House Management Support (10%)

  • Oversee vendors and service providers as needed

  • Support light management of a brownstone and studio apartment (details to be clarified)

  • Serve as a point of contact to ensure the home runs smoothly

Household Structure

  • Staff on Site:

    • Full-Time Chef

    • Full-Time Housekeeper

  • Both staff members are long-term, independent employees and do not require active management

  • The Chef also prepares meals for household staff

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a Personal Assistant, House Manager, or similar private household role

  • At least two verifiable professional references

  • Extremely organized and detail-oriented

  • Strong computer skills with excellent typing ability

  • Highly tech-savvy and Apple proficient (comfortable using all Apple devices)

  • Proficient in Word documents and general digital file management

  • Ability to multitask, prioritize effectively, and work independently

  • Professional, discreet, and reliable

Additional Notes

  • No pets in the household
  • This is a temporary role with immediate impact and responsibility
  • Lunch provided daily by personal chef