£60,000–£80,000 DOE + excellent bonus & benefits Mayfair, London | 5 days office-based | Permanent | Urgent start
Spencer & Thurlow is conducting a confidential search for an exceptional Personal Assistant to join the private office of a prominent international Chairman.
Based in Mayfair, this is a rare opportunity to join an established and highly regarded private office supporting an individual with extensive global business, investment and philanthropic interests.
Working alongside an existing PA, you will provide comprehensive professional and private support to the Chairman. The position is fast-paced, varied and highly involved, requiring someone who is comfortable operating in an environment where priorities can change quickly and expectations are exceptionally high.
This would suit an ambitious PA or EA who thrives on responsibility, has an outstanding work ethic and is excited by the opportunity to work at the very highest level.
The Role
No two days will look quite the same. You will work closely with the Chairman, the existing PA and wider private office team to ensure he is fully supported across an exceptionally busy international schedule. Please note the hours of this role will alternate between 7am-4pm and 11am-7:30pm. The nature of supporting an international Chairman means that additional evening or weekend availability may occasionally be required, alongside international travel.Additional hours are recognised through paid overtime or time off in lieu, with appropriate arrangements for weekend and bank holiday work.
Responsibilities will include:
- Managing an extremely busy and frequently changing diary
- Coordinating complex international travel and detailed itineraries
- Providing a seamless flow of information regarding upcoming commitments, priorities and requirements
- Supporting across both professional and private matters
- Liaising with senior business leaders, advisers and other high-profile international contacts
- Coordinating meetings, appointments and engagements across multiple time zones
- Working closely with the existing PA to ensure comprehensive coverage and continuity of support
- Anticipating requirements and resolving issues quickly and confidently
- Travelling internationally with the Chairman when required
- Handling highly confidential and sensitive information with absolute discretion
- Remaining responsive outside standard working hours when circumstances require it
About You
We are looking for someone with previous PA or EA experience who is ready to step into an unusually demanding and rewarding appointment.
- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
- Proactive and naturally able to anticipate
- Resilient and composed under pressure
- Comfortable working with a direct and highly demanding Principal
- Flexible when plans or priorities change at short notice
- Confident communicating with individuals at the most senior level
- Highly discreet and professional
- Comfortable supporting across both business and private matters
- Able and willing to travel internationally, sometimes at short notice
- Prepared to provide additional evening or weekend support when required
- Fully committed to working from the Mayfair office five days per week when not travelling
- Collaborative and comfortable working as part of an established PA and private office team
Package and Benefits
The role offers a salary of £60,000–£80,000 depending on experience, alongside:
Strong discretionary annual bonus Private medical insurance Life insurance Paid overtime or time off in lieu for additional hours Time off in lieu for weekend work Enhanced arrangements for bank holidays worked International travel Five-star accommodation when travelling Exceptional exposure to international business and high-level environments
The Opportunity
This is an unusual opportunity to become part of a close-knit private office with exceptional staff retention and a strong culture of loyalty and collaboration.
The successful candidate will gain exposure to an extraordinary international environment, supporting a Chairman whose business and philanthropic interests involve senior leaders and high-profile individuals around the world.
The pace and expectations are high, but so too are the exposure, responsibility and opportunity.
This is an urgent appointment and candidates should be available to begin a new position at short notice.
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Personal Assistant to Chairman employer: Spencer & Thurlow
At Spencer & Thurlow, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment that empowers our employees to excel in their roles. As a Personal Secretary / Personal Assistant, you will enjoy a unique opportunity to work closely with a UHNWI, gaining invaluable experience while benefiting from a culture that values discretion, professionalism, and personal growth. Our commitment to employee development, coupled with the chance to engage in diverse responsibilities, makes us an exceptional employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
