What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Executive Personal Assistant position at Burnett Specialists Staffing | Recruiting?
A private principal who is a retired executive is seeking a seasoned Executive Personal Assistant with experience supporting high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, or family offices. The role includes managing personal affairs, multiple residences, vendors, travel, and special projects while maintaining the highest level of discretion and professionalism. This would be ideal for someone with experience with contractor management/real estate to assist with a home under construction. They will work remotely with some travel to Sedona and the Scottsdale/ Greater Phoenix area.
Responsibilities
- Manage incoming communications, including calls, emails, and correspondence.
- Provide concise summaries and action items rather than lengthy reports.
- Maintain detailed records, contact lists, vendor information, and project updates to ensure all information is easily accessible.
- Coordinate schedules, appointments, household needs, and personal projects.
- Assist with oversight of vendors, contractors, and service providers, including occasional visits to the principal’s residence.
- Monitor progress of home-related projects and provide status updates.
- Research and source vendors, service providers, childcare resources, educational resources, and specialized professionals.
- Coordinate occasional travel arrangements and be available for infrequent domestic or international travel.
- Assist with light administrative tracking of invoices, vendor communications, and payment requests (financial authority and payments remain with the principal).
- Partner with an existing part-time assistant during the transition and help establish efficient systems and processes.
- Create streamlined organizational methods that reduce complexity and improve efficiency.
Qualifications
- 10 years of Executive Assistant/ Personal Assistant experience supporting executives, entrepreneurs, or high-net-worth individuals.
- Must have the ability to travel to Sedona and the Scottsdale/ Greater Phoenix area as needed.
- High level of discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Strong technology skills and ability to work effectively in a remote environment.