Family | Personal Assistant

Overview

Position: Full-Time Family | Personal AssistantLocation: Menlo Park, CAStart Date: ASAPSchedule: Ideal hours are 11:30am–7:30pm, Monday through Friday, with occasional flexibility to work on a weekend if needed. The family is open to candidates who prefer non-continuous schedules or alternative structures if it's the right fit.Local candidates only, please

Our client is seeking a dedicated, full-time Family | Personal Assistant to act as a true right hand in supporting a busy household and family. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and thoughtful, with excellent judgment and a calm, professional presence. They should be flexible, discreet, and enjoy taking ownership of a wide range of tasks—from behind-the-scenes household management to light support with the children. A strong sense of aesthetic, good taste, and the ability to handle projects from start to finish are essential. This person should be equally comfortable collaborating with a team or working independently, and they’ll take pride in creating a warm, well-run home.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a proactive problem-solver: identify issues in the home and take initiative to address them—this may include sourcing and overseeing vendors, managing repairs, and following through to completion
• Handle day-to-day operations such as household organization, ensuring supplies are stocked, and everything from light bulbs to seasonal items are in order
• Oversee regular service providers (gardeners, cleaners) and help maintain a welcoming and well-kept home environment
• Assist in preparing for guests, including arranging drinks, curating simple cheese boards, and ensuring thoughtful presentation
• Manage travel planning from start to finish—researching destinations, booking accommodations, and coordinating detailed itineraries
• Run errands, manage special projects (e.g., rotating seasonal décor), manage trip logistics, and provide general support to the principals as needed
• Provide occasional assistance to the family's nannies—such as helping pack lunches, setting up for playdates, or driving children—but direct childcare is not a core responsibility

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a comparable role Family | Personal Assistant role, providing personalized support to a client within a private residence
• Authorized to work in the U.S. and currently based in the Bay Area
• Tech-savvy and comfortable managing smart home systems and general troubleshooting
• Discreet, personable, and grounded with a service-first approach
• Able to manage competing priorities with flexibility, calm, and attention to detail
• Flexible to occasionaly cover shifts for other employees who call out sick
• Willingness to undergo a background check and able to provide strong employment references

Compensation & Benefits:

• Hourly Rate: $50 per hour, depending on experience
• Benefits: Competitive package, to be discussed based on candidate qualifications

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