• Personal and business calendar management (70:30 split) for both the Principal and his partner. 
• Liaising with international staff & colleagues when needed with regard to schedules and requirements
• Arranging all meetings both business and personal including any necessary paperwork, transport and information required
• Collating any paperwork necessary for business meetings
• Personal and business travel with detailed itineraries, booking of cars, hotels and arranging currency, visas and any travel documentation required.
• Booking both commercial and private jet, sourcing the best possible deals
• Family holidays; research into hotels, destinations and arranging all travel requirements as above. 
• Arranging any private appointments to include doctors, dentists, lawyers etc
• Lifestyle management;  private trainers, nutritionists, yoga, retreats, salons, hairdressers etc
• Arranging private dinners, catering, flowers and invitations
• Booking all entertainment, private parties, restaurants & venues.  Sourcing theatre tickets, opera, ballet and sporting events
• Assistance with the running of the household budget
• Dealing with any issues arising within the Mayfair apartment, arranging for any household staff required
• Manage all the administration of the apartment
• Dealing with personal and household insurances
• Purchasing personal items & gifts when required.
• Dealing with all online orders and returns
• Dealing with online grocery shopping and deliveries/wine purchase
• Arranging events, birthdays, outings and giving support to the children when required

Attributes & skills

• 5 years+ as a Private/Business PA for a CEO or UHNW with excellent business PA skills
• Degree essential 
• Up to date with modern technology
• Proactive, curious to learn and comfortable with new technology to work as effectively as possible
• Used to juggling diverse tasks sometimes out of hours
• Commercially savvy, willing to negotiate rates and suggest alternatives
• A proactive individual who can see round corners and can forward plan effectively with plan 2 in place also
• Flexible and reliable.  Prepared for busy periods across time zones & sometimes out of hours i.e. West Coast USA
• Good humoured, proactive and solutions driven.  An eagle eye for detail, double checking is second nature
• Discreet and a “can do” attitude
• Art lover and spoken Italian a plus

Expected Level : £80 – 100k+ negotiable plus discretionary bonus + 25 days holiday + an allowance towards Private Medical Cover

Start Date: ASAP

Private/Business PA (Film) Principal.  Based London and internationally.  This is an outstanding opportunity for a degree standard PA with a high standard of both business and private support to look after this successful and Principal in film.  Multiple residences abroad and a heavy schedule with filming you will be comfortable living abroad several months of the year when a TV series or film is in production.

Dealing with extensive co-ordination of schedules/logistics, engagements, special projects and events.  Keeping a stream of communication and information flowing.

Highly organised, efficient and deadline driven a true multitasker with experience working in a fast paced, digital media environment.  

Extensive and complex calendar management/external event schedules.  Dealing with calls and emails to the Global office.  Booking all meetings, tech set-up, materials and invitations.

General office administration, supplies and office maintenance.

Preparation of presentations, materials and special projects picking up the culture and structure of the company with ease, research on competitors and the industry in general.

Assist with the design and development of presentations and have the willingness and aptitude to grow in this area. Taking notes in meetings and distribution/follow ups.

Assist with initiatives keeping to the forefront production schedules, deadlines and deliverables (film or photo production experience a major plus)  Can contribute to content assignments, research and special projects.  Able to work with internal partners and assist with company wide programs such as workforce planning, talent etc

Your background with be in digital media, content or the publishing industry/film.  A strong communicator able to collaborate and get results and able to liaise easily at all levels.  A high level of written and spoken English with top proof reading ability.  Able to juggle and prioritise with ease.  Proactive with top attention to detail.  Confident with a passion to learn and grow.  International experience is a major plus for this role.

Able to travel on projects and engross yourself in a role that you will learn a lot in and grow.

A background travelling with the Principal within a similar industry and knowledge of a digital media environment is the perfect fit.

Bonus + bens

PA - International Film (Hybrid)

A wonderful opportunity has arisen for a degree standard PA with a  mix of business and private experience within the film industry.  Mainly hybrid but visiting the office when required sometimes one or twice a week.

Happy to join a team (Senior EA & Private EA) to support this well know person in the industry in a fast paced and sometimes demanding role.  A background in film, digital media, content of publishing is needed and an overall understanding of the culture and demands of being on set.  

Degree standard, 2 years+ experience providing administrative support & proficient in G Suite is needed

Extensive diary management and event schedule, fielding calls, arranging meetings, booking rooms and preparation of materials.  Assist with note taking and follow ups.  Attending on set when required.  You will be able to travel for extended period during film making if needed.

Strong English skills both written and spoken, confident at liaising at all levels. Top communication skills and happy to work in a dedicated and very supportive team.  Total discretion always adhered to, loyal and hardworking.

You will be hungry to succeed in this role as it is an unbelievable opportunity for a dedicated PA with much to offer.  The Principal is much respected in the industry and enjoys giving people a chance.

Someone who is health conscious and aware and happy to support out of hours when needed and travel on location. Top role not to be underestimated.

Plus bonus and career opportunity

Senior or Head Housekeeper for private household in Marylebone, W1.
UHNW family are looking for a very experienced senior housekeeper with good front of house skills to join them on a live out basis. You will work alongside a small housekeeping team as well as nannies, a driver, chef and PA.

Hours: Monday to Friday 7.30am - 3.30pm (with additional hours agreed in advance)
Location: Central London, W1
Salary: up to £55K GPA, DOE

Your responsibilities as the head / senior housekeeper will include but not limited to:
* Carry out all cleaning requirements to a high standard
* Laundry Management: putting clothes in laundry, moving to dryer, ironing & wardrobe maintenance
* Polishing silver and copper
* Keeping track of stocks of household provisions
* Liaising with the chef to ensure breakfast provisions are stocked and coordinating with the weekend Housekeeper to       ensure the kitchen is stocked for the weekend
* Meeting tradespeople and overseeing household accounts and utilities
* Hiring freelancers as required
* Prepping the family for travel including packing and unpacking travel suitcases
* Running errands, including dropping off and collecting dry cleaning
* Looking after 2 small dogs, walking them and providing day to day care
* Arranging appointments for the dogs - groomer, vet, dog walker
* Looking after and maintaining plants in the household, removing dead or dying flowers from otherwise good             arrangements. Keep vase storage organised
* Organisation of household upkeep whilst the family are away
* Welcoming guests and visitors
* Having a visible presence within the house to ensure that all family request and queries are
responded to promptly and effectively
* Making small repairs - e.g. changing light bulbs
* Assisting and preparing for household events
* Receiving deliveries and managing post
* Dealing with work in covering employees during lateness, sickness, holidays etc.
* Ensuring the staff are wearing correct uniform and are well presented
* Dealing with guest complaints in a friendly and efficient manner ensure guest satisfaction at all times.
* Keep in constant communication with the family EA
* Taking control of emergencies i.e. fire and intruder alarms, initiating call outs where required.
* Being able to maintain and provide the highest standards when dealing with arts, silver, marble, fixtures and fittings.
* To provide healthy breakfasts for all members of the family. The chef will provide lunch and dinner for the family.
* To use fresh and organic produce only in all food preparation

The family are looking for a housekeeper who has:
* Proven experience as a Housekeeper in a large HNWI household
* Staff management experience
* Ability to work with little supervision and ability to manage other household staff
* Have a 'can' do' positive personality, happy to respond to changing requests
* Prioritisation and time management skills
* Ability to work quickly without compromising quality
* Good knowledge of both verbal and written English
* Numerate and communicative, able to use email, WhatsApp etc.
* Strong attention to detail
* Outstanding guest service skill

*PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE HAS NOW BEEN FILLED*

EA to Chairman - Business & Private - Mayfair - A role has arisen for a seasoned Business & Private EA to support a prominent individual in the financial world with huge achievements for on-going charitable endeavours. 

Based in the office in Mayfair with hybrid working (whilst the principal travels) - you will be flexible and prefer an office environment. 

Seeking another long term EA you will show longevity on your CV in a similar role (HNWI/CEO/Chairman level) supporting across their business and private matters. You will be calm natured, particularity under pressure and right timeframes, be used to working at pace with a can do attitude to support where required. Polished with advanced MS Office packages and have exceptional communication skills. 

Daily you will book and manage extensive international and national travel arrangements, luxury accommodations and produce seamless itineraries, inbox management, produce and edit documentation including presentations, gatekeeping, take minutes at board meetings and weekly team meetings, expenses to supporting with a personal relocation, liaising with household staff, personal administration, support with charitable involvements and more.

Such an interested and involved role to support your Chairman in a seamless home and business life. 

Please apply today for immediate consideration.

Leaman Consulting are an equal opportunities employer. 

Chief of Staff/Operations Manager - International Family Office

An experienced and talented Chief of Staff/Operational Director is being sought by this international UHNW Family to take charge of running a wide remit of investments and staff. 

A finance or legal degree is essential for this role and an in depth understanding of finance/investments and forward forecasting.  A top communicator with a cv demonstrating a similar role with gravitas and experience within an UHNW Family Office.  You must be in a similar role and similar salary to be considered for this role

You will show a background as a Chief of Staff/Head of Operations on an international level and have involvement in every aspect of the Principals lives (Essential) from the London residence to overseeing overseas properties, personal investments, Private jets, yachts and future investments. The Principals are involved in many diverse businesses ventures and you will act as a lynchpin for the family and the heads of department in businesses both here and abroad.  Budget management and able to spot financial problems, over expenditure and able offer a 5 years forecast is needed. 

International exposure and a solid background at UHNW and managing diverse investments and properties is essential for this role.

Excellent references and a desire to make a difference is needed.  An understanding of diverse culture and requirements is also needed and your own gravitas and confidence to lead by example.

A challenging and interesting role for a career orientated professional with much to offer showing a diverse and interesting cv within a Family Office.

Executive Assistant Business/Private UHNW Founder Green Park

Executive Assistant to support this charming and very successful Founding Partner in Private Equity & Investments. The boss is very entrepreneurial and in much demand.  A background at CEO level and above within finance, investments or Family Office is needed, or an UHNW entrepreneur within a high level business involvement.  The role is Hybrid when the boss is travelling and he does not come in on Friday (so there is some flex on work from home there)  Busy inclusive office of 45+ and a great working culture with colleagues.

Covering both business and private support on a 50/50 split.  Able move from business to private seamlessly and keep ahead of the game.  A CV demonstrating UHNW private support is essential for this role.

Based in lovely offices near Green Park you will be involved in all aspects of this dynamos' life and business.  A CV demonstrating 10 years+ experience and a good split between business and private (Private for UHNW and understanding the expectations at this level).  Embedded in a team of 40+ this is a collegiate office with a great working culture and atmosphere.  You will be an exemplary gate-keeper with charm and be able to make a good working relationship quickly.  A good sense of humour and a real interest in your role is essential.  There will be some out of hours when needed and you will have worked for an individual of this level and requirement within investments in the past and love your role and the responsibility it brings.  The boss is modern and inclusive but with high standards and you will be able to work quickly and accurately.

Full responsibility for diary management and extensive travel and itineraries (including private jet).  Managing communications internally and externally.  Keeping an ever changing to do list and providing documents and research before meetings.  Able to prioritise to free up time for the Founder and providing clear agendas for the week/month. Organise Board meetings and management of papers.  Attending meetings when required.  Organising complex itineraries and schedules, presentations and follow up notes.

Assisting with Family travel and commitments including holidays and private jets.  Research on events. Assisting with international and London properties (UK, USA & Europe).  Assisting with household staff when required across the properties.  Dealing with insurances and auctions, private members clubs.  Organising all private appointments and meetings.  Arranging dinners, lunches and private parties.

An amazing role for an amazing EA with much to offer.  Well spoken and presented and degree standard

Excellent package + generous bonus

An interesting and fast paced role has arisen for a polished and experienced EA (degree standard) with excellent experience supporting in both a business and personal capacity.  Investors in energy this is a dynamic role and your cv will demonstrate CEO level experience within PE, Hedge or Investments.  The Principal is collegiate and forges a great working relationship with his EA.  Top diary + travel management across time zones is essential a top team player with a positive and helpful attitude is also essential.  French would be a big plus point

Happy to assist the CEO and his family with private support to include travel, meetings, household matters, birthdays and events

Successful and inclusive boss this is a great opportunity to get involved in a forward thinking company that is involved with many projects that are the foremost in economy at the present time.  Excellent package

We have the pleasure of supporting this highly successful US VC find their first Executive Assistant for their new London offices (W1).

Supporting the founding team of the new London office (4 - 2 of which are light touch support), many of which are relocating for this exciting venture. You will be a part of their long term growth and enjoy core Executive Assistant duties alongside general office support (they are in a serviced/stunning well-known shared space in W1).

The role is hybrid, 2 days per week from home with flexibility required both sides.

To be considered they would like someone to have come from a VC, Investments or similar industry, start-ups and boutique experience is preferable, you will be experienced supporting multiple people to senior level and be a strong organiser and skilled with prioritisation. Executive Assistant experience is a must, being of graduate calibre, strong IT skills and be a positive and upbeat character keen to help wherever you can.

Daily supporting will include diary management, meeting and events coordination, linking between London the US office and gatekeeping, stakeholder management, extensive international travel arrangements, document production, research, general office support such as supplies and liaison with suppliers. You will be happy to support on an adhoc basis with personal support; especially booking restaurants etc for the new team as they get to know London! A lovely varied role with passionate, friendly and ambitious people.

A fantastic package in return including hybrid working, employee and dependents medical, dental and vision, competitive base bonus, pension and a real chance to grow and make the role your own.

Please apply today for immediate consideration.

Leaman Consulting are an equal opportunities employer.

An opportunity has arisen to join this boutique and highly successful family office in Mayfair focused on property management and development in Central London as a PA/Office Manager.

To be considered you will come from a property / real estate or similar industry, you will have PA and office support experience, be enthusiastic, willing and organised, graduate calibre preferred.

Daily you will be coordinating the diary and travel, inbox management, expenses and invoice/payment management, liaising with landlords and contractors, coordinating visitor schedules and property viewings, answering incoming calls, meeting guests, office supplies and facilities management and more. A wonderfully varied role where you will ensure all runs smoothly.

Please apply today for immediate consideration.

Leaman Consulting are an equal opportunities employer.

Live-In Driver - Mayfair Residence

An exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual to become an integral part of a Mayfair residence. We are seeking a live-in chauffeur to bring their skills and positive energy to our clients household.

Key Responsibilities

• Driving: On-call for chauffeur duties when the client is in residence. Occasional driving for other members of the extended family.
• Security: Oversee household security, light maintenance, and liaise with contractors as needed.
• Live-In Arrangement: Accommodation provided, including an ensuite room with a door to an outside terrace.
• Flexible Assistance: Run errands, assist with daily tasks, and contribute to the smooth operation of the household.
• Pet Care: Must be a dog lover, you will be responsible for the care of a large dog, to include walking, feeding, and taking the dog to the vet when necessary.

Household Dynamics:

• Relaxed Atmosphere: Enjoy a pleasant and relaxed environment with an approachable principal.
• Central Location: The residence is located in Mayfair, with the office conveniently situated around the corner. Cars are parked in the garage and nearby.
• Team: You will work closely with the household and office team. 

Candidate Requirements:

• Personality: Easy-going, flexible, and understanding of the responsibilities associated with the role.
• Background: Preference for candidates with a security background, ex-military, or police experience.
• Experience: Must have relevant experience as a chauffeur for a private principal with checkable references and Enhanced DBS.
• Interviews: Interviews now with a start date anticipated in the new year.

• Schedule: Flexibility in terms of working hours throughout the year will be required with this post. The hours will be on average 40 - 45 per week, over 5 days, with two consecutive days off. However, when the Principal is in residence (approximately 6 months in total throughout the year) the driver will be required to work longer hours and flexibly. When the Principal is away (approximately 6 months in total throughout the year), the working hours will be significantly less.
• Salary: Competitive salary in the range of £45,000-£55,000 accommodation.

*Please note we cannot guarantee a response to every application*

An unrivalled opportunity has arisen for an experienced Executive Assistant (5 years) looking for their next exciting role.

Experience from a fast paced VC, Investments or successful tech start-up environment is preferred, but all backgrounds will be considered, you will be looking to join a dynamic and expanding environment.

Joining this Venture Capital firm (Tech), who are quickly becoming the largest investor in their space throughout Europe, based near Old Street/Shoreditch, you will support alongside a wonderful team of EA's with true team ethos and no hierarchy - they are truly an inspirational, vibrant and welcoming team. Working 1:2 for the Operating Partner and supporting the CFO.

In addition to the relevant experience you will be tech savvy (Gsuite & MS Office) and have exceptional communication skills to support with extensive diary management, travel and changes (mainly Europe), inbox management, expenses management, proofing sensitive confidential documentation and preparing documents, communications, events management, project support, research and so much more!

The ideal role for someone with a genuine interest in early stage startups and technology, someone who loves supporting. A happy, vibrant personality, willingness and being of graduate calibre will be required to ensure success!

They are based from the office Monday to Thursday and all work from home on a Friday.

The package will include a highly competitive basic, bonus and benefits.

Recruiting now so please send your application in and good luck!