Personal Assistant

  • Lucy Walker Recruitment
  • Jan 15, 2026
Full time Administration

Job Description

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Personal Assistant to support a HNWI, based on a private estate in North Yorkshire. The role focuses on enabling the Principal to maximise time and productivity through high-quality diary management, administrative support, and coordination across personal, business, and property matters.

This is a trusted and varied position offering a high level of autonomy, suited to someone who is professional, discreet, and confident working independently. You will work as part of a small, established team, supporting the smooth running of the Principal's affairs and associated properties.

Due to the nature of the role, confidentiality, discretion, and a mature approach are essential at all times.



Key Responsibilities

Diary & Coordination

  • Manage and prioritise diaries, appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements

  • Coordinate meetings and ensure actions are followed up efficiently

Accounts & Financial Administration

  • Assist with payroll administration

  • Process invoices, expenses, and receipts

  • Reconcile bank and cash statements

Administrative & Office Support

  • Prepare, manage, scan, and distribute documentation

  • Maintain contracts, records, and filing systems

  • Support general office coordination and purchasing where required

Personal & Lifestyle Support

  • Manage personal appointments

  • Support coordination of private and social engagements alongside an existing PA

Gatekeeping & Liaison

  • Act as a key point of contact for internal staff and external professional contacts

  • Manage enquiries with discretion and sound judgement

Estate & Property Support

  • Liaise with land agents, tenant farmers, and contractors

  • Assist with land contracts, maintenance schedules, and procurement

  • Support the administration and upkeep of additional UK and overseas residences



Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience as a Personal Assistant or similar trusted support role

  • Excellent organisational and time-management skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities

  • High level of discretion and confidence handling sensitive information

  • Sound numerical skills with basic bookkeeping or accounts experience

  • Comfortable using a range of IT systems and adapting to new tools



Personal Attributes

  • Professional, calm, and self-sufficient

  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail

  • Flexible, adaptable, and proactive

  • Comfortable working within a close-knit team while maintaining confidentiality

This role would suit a career PA seeking a long-term, trusted position within a private environment, offering variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to build a strong working relationship with the Principal.

Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we are unable to respond to each one. If you have not heard from us within 7 days then you have been unsuccessful.