An experienced private personal assistant required to support a VVIP family member in Dubai across private administration, household coordination, and light foundation support.
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly adaptable Live-out Private PA to support a VVIP Family member in Dubai, UAE
The Principal requires a trusted right-hand who can provide seamless support across her private life, household operations, and light coordination with her foundation involving a paediatric centre she founded
This is primarily a Private PA role (approximately 90%), with a small element of administrative support relating to the centre (5–10%). The successful candidate will be based mainly from the centre’s office, and at times at the household residence - working closely with the Principal and liaising with household staff and the wider support team
This is a hands-on, service-led role suited to a candidate with prior private household experience, who is comfortable operating without hierarchy and able to support across all levels of requirement
Key Responsibilities • Managing the Principal’s day-to-day private schedule, appointments and personal administration • Coordinating children’s daily routines, activities and nanny schedules • Liaising with and coordinating household staff, including drivers and nannies • Overseeing personal errands, purchases and lifestyle requirements • Organising private dinners, small-scale events and social arrangements • Assisting with personal communications, including coordination of press, interviews and related engagements • Supporting with occasional administrative tasks relating to the paediatric centre • Working closely alongside a House Manager • Acting as a central point of communication across the household and relevant teams • Maintaining absolute discretion and confidentiality at all times • Adopting a fully flexible, hands-on approach – no task too large or too small
Candidate Requirements • Proven experience as a Private PA within a private household environment (essential) • Highly organised, proactive and able to anticipate needs • Emotionally intelligent with the ability to read situations and adapt accordingly • Flexible and solutions-driven, with a willingness to support across both PA and household coordination duties • Excellent communication skills in English
To apply for the position please send your CV to mena@poppylaneplacements.com
