What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Assistant position at The Ford Agency?
The Ford Agency is seeking a polished and proactive Personal Assistant for a high-profile principal in the DC area. This role offers a wide range of responsibilities, with a focus on managing complex schedules, travel, and event logistics for both business and personal priorities. If you have extensive experience supporting C-suite or comparable principal and thrive in a fast-paced, high-discretion environment, this could be a great opportunity for you!
Responsibilities Include:
- Provide high-level personal and administrative support with professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail
- Manages complex calendars, appointments, meetings, and time-sensitive obligations across business and personal priorities
- Coordinate domestic and international travel, including flights, hotels, ground transportation, and detailed itineraries
- Plan and coordinate private dinners, social gatherings, business meetings, and special events
- Support scheduling and logistics related to the principal's board position with a professional sports team, including board meetings, game attendance, and guest hospitality
- Coordinate with the Executive Assistant to ensure seamless coverage, including serving in that capacity during periods of absence
Qualifications Include:
- 15 years of professional experience
- 5 years supporting the personal affairs of a business owner or comparable principal, required
- Experience supporting high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, or private households preferred
- Exceptional organizational, multitasking, and prioritization skills
- High level of discretion, confidentiality, and emotional intelligence
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite or Google Suite, calendar platforms, travel booking tools, and expense systems
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and remain calm under pressure
Compensation:
$130,000-170,000 annually
$130,000-170,000 annually
Candidates for this position must be based in DC, MD, or VA area or have independent plans for relocation.
The Ford Agency is a recruiting firm based in Washington, DC. We represent a broad range of organizations including: non-profits, associations, legal, consulting, and government relations firms. This position is an opening with one of our clients.
To see more positions available through The Ford Agency, please check out our website at www.ford-agency.com.
Salary : $130,000 - $170,000