Personal Assistant

Location: Upper East Side, New York, NY 10021

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000

Position Type: Full-Time | Hybrid, Remote & On-Site

Schedule: Monday – Friday, with flexibility outside standard hours as needed

Benefits: Health Benefits, PTO, Sick Days, and additional benefits

Position Overview: A 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.

Responsibilities: Manage personal calendar, appointments, correspondence, and day-to-day scheduling Draft, edit, and proofread personal correspondence and written materials Maintain organized personal records, documents, files, and household information Coordinate appointments, reservations, travel, and personal arrangements Conduct research and assist with special projects as requested Manage personal errands, purchases, returns, gifts, and deliveries Coordinate with household staff, vendors, service providers, and outside contacts Assist with household and lifestyle administration Maintain detailed follow-up on outstanding tasks and requests Assist with pet-related scheduling and needs for the principal’s medium-sized dog Provide remote support as well as in-person assistance at the residence Remain accessible and flexible when occasional needs arise outside traditional working hours Maintain complete confidentiality and discretion at all times Requirements 3 - 5 years of experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or similar high-level support professional Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading abilities Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills Patient, thoughtful, resourceful, and highly dependable Interest or background in literature, writing, publishing, arts, or a related field is a strong plus French language skills are a plus, but not required Comfortable with a hybrid working arrangement and providing hands-on support when needed Comfortable working around and assisting with a medium-sized dog Ability to anticipate needs and operate with minimal direction Flexible and comfortable with the nature of supporting a private principal Professional, poised, and highly discreet Excellent references Valid U.S. work authorization