At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage personal and business administration for a lively 90-year-old gentleman.
- Company: Private household in Chiswick, West London.
- Benefits: On-site parking permit provided.
- Other info: Work in a comfortable home environment with a unique character.
- Why this job: Be the digital bridge for a charming individual while enjoying flexible hours.
- Qualifications: Tech-savvy with strong financial and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 15 - 20 £ per hour.
Location: Chiswick, West London (Private House)
Hours: Part-time, 8 hours per week (Worked across 2 days)
Days Required: Mondays (essential), plus one further day of your choice, during the week
Position Type: Permanent
Start Date: July/August 2026 (Includes a comprehensive handover period)
Benefits: On-site parking permit provided
About the Role
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a highly organised, proactive, and versatile Secretary + Accounts Administrator. You will manage the personal and business administration for a sprightly, independent 90-year-old gentleman based in a beautiful private home in Chiswick. As the employer does not use computers, you will act as his digital bridge. You will manage online affairs, research, and shopping alongside him, while maintaining traditional offline correspondence and filing systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Administration: Monitor bank and credit card statements, manage cash flow across accounts, pay bills, and cash cheques for household expenses.
- Taxation + Accounting: Maintain monthly trade accounts and liaise closely with accountants to provide paperwork for annual tax returns.
- Property + Utility Management: Coordinate bills, Council Tax, TV licensing, and monthly utility readings for both the Chiswick home and a country property. Ensure country staff (cleaner, gardener) and storage rentals are paid.
- Insurance + Logistics: Oversee renewals and claims for household, car, RAC, medical, and art company insurance policies.
- General Office Support: Manage correspondence, type letters, handle telephone administration, order stationery, and coordinate the annual Christmas card list.
- Liaison: Act as a friendly and professional point of contact for family, friends, and other household staff across both properties.
Candidate Requirements
- Tech-Savvy with a Traditional Approach: Highly proficient in telephone banking, digital administration, and internet research, with an equal appreciation for physical paperwork and typing letters.
- Financial Competence: Strong experience in basic bookkeeping, statement reconciliation, and liaising with accountants.
- Excellent Communication: Discretion, patience, and a warm telephone manner are essential for liaising with family and professionals.
- Organised + Independent: Ability to manage multiple timelines (such as insurance renewals and utility schedules) across two properties without supervision.
- Comfortable Environment: Must be comfortable working in a home where the employer enjoys smoking a pipe.
Part-Time Secretary & Accounts Administrator employer: Lamb Personnel
Lamb Personnel is an excellent employer that values flexibility and collaboration, making it an ideal workplace for those seeking a supportive environment. With the convenience of being located near Teddington train station, employees enjoy easy access to work while benefiting from comprehensive administrative support roles that foster professional growth and development. The company promotes a culture of teamwork and offers opportunities for meaningful contributions to projects, ensuring that every team member feels valued and engaged.
