31 Oct
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Achieve Hospitality
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Melbourne
31 Oct
Achieve Hospitality
Melbourne
Role: Personal Assistant / House Manager
Salary: AUD $100,000-$120,000 per year
Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Working Schedule: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP
Job Description
We are seeking a reliable, highly organised and service-oriented Personal Assistant / House Manager to provide comprehensive personal, family and household support to the Principal and family in Melbourne.
This role requires independence, sound judgement and initiative, with the ability to manage changing priorities and seek clarification when needed. The successful candidate will be responsible for family transportation, calendar and appointment management, personal errands, household co-ordination, travel and concierge arrangements, while ensuring a consistently high standard of service to all family members.
The ideal candidate enjoys working with children, is a confident driver and is comfortable working independently and managing priorities. The successful candidate must be fluent in Mandarin and able to communicate in professional English.
Candidate Requirements
- Diploma or equivalent qualification, preferably in Hospitality, Business Administration, Communications or a related discipline.
- At least 3 years of relevant experience in personal or executive assistance, household administration, hospitality or other service-oriented roles.
- Experience supporting senior executives, directors or private families would be advantageous.
- Fluent Mandarin and professional English communication skills are essential.
- Valid Australian driver’s licence with a protected driving record and confidence in transporting children.
- Valid working rights in Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
- Valid Working with Children Check and National Police Check, or willingness to obtain them.
- Valid passport, ability to meet applicable visa and overseas driving requirements, and willingness to accompany the family on domestic and international travel when required.
- Able to commute to Brighton, VIC 3186.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to multi-task and remain flexible with duties assigned.
- Comfortable working with children and committed to providing a high standard of service to family members.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- High level of integrity, discretion and respect for privacy.
- Calm, patient,
resourceful and adaptable to changing schedules and priorities.
- Ability to use navigation, scheduling and communication applications.
Role Responsibilities
1. Family Transportation & Driving
- Provide safe and punctual transportation for the Principal, family members and children, including school runs, appointments, activities, events and other family requirements, while ensuring their security and privacy.
- Plan routes and monitor traffic conditions to ensure timely arrival.
- Exercise good, confident and safety-conscious driving skills at all times.
- Ensure the assigned vehicle is clean, presentable and ready for use.
- Co-ordinate vehicle servicing and maintenance arrangements when required.
2. Calendar, Appointments & Schedule Management
- Manage and co-ordinate the Principal’s and family’s calendars, appointments and schedules.
- Arrange medical, school, personal and other appointments as required.
- Provide reminders and ensure necessary arrangements are made in advance.
- Manage changes to schedules and respond promptly to last-minute requirements.
- Keep track of upcoming commitments and follow up on outstanding arrangements.
3. Travel & Concierge Arrangements
- Co-ordinate domestic and international travel arrangements for the Principal and family.
- Arrange flights, accommodation, airport transfers and local transportation.
- Prepare travel itineraries and co-ordinate relevant travel information.
- Manage restaurant reservations, activities, appointments and other concierge requests.
- Monitor travel plans and assist with last-minute changes where necessary.
- Accompany the family on domestic and international travel when required.
- Provide family, logistical and concierge support throughout the trip.
4. Grocery Shopping, Errands & Personal Assistance
- Manage grocery shopping and other routine household purchases.
- Handle personal purchases, collections, deliveries and general errands.
- Assist with reservations, bookings and other personal arrangements.
- Co-ordinate day-to-day family requirements and ensure proper follow-through.
- Provide practical assistance with other personal or family matters when required.
5. Household Workers & Service Provider Management
- Manage and co-ordinate household workers, including cleaners and other household support staff.
- Assist with sourcing, interviewing and recruiting suitable household workers when required.
- Co-ordinate contractors, maintenance workers and external service providers.
- Arrange household repairs, maintenance and servicing.
- Monitor assigned work and follow up to ensure it is completed satisfactorily and on time.
- Maintain appropriate records and contacts for household workers and service providers.
6. Children & Family Support
- Assist with children’s schedules, school runs, appointments and activities when required.
- Ensure children’s safety and security by accompanying them to activities or appointments when needed.
- Provide responsible general support and supervision where appropriate.
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and respect the Principal and family’s preferences and routines.
- Enjoy working with children and interact with them in a patient and professional manner.
7. Administrative & Ad Hoc Support
- Maintain organised records of appointments, bookings, travel and household arrangements.
- Assist with correspondence and documentation, including receipts and records for approved personal and household expenditure.
- Monitor assigned tasks and follow through until completion.
- Handle personal and family information with strict confidentiality and discretion.
- Multi-task effectively and remain flexible in undertaking a broad range of duties assigned by the Principal.
- Perform other reasonable personal, family or household duties as required.
Benefits
- Annual salary of AUD $100,000-$120,000.
- Full-time employment in Melbourne, Victoria.
- Opportunity to work in a varied Personal Assistant / House Manager role.
- Opportunity to accompany the family on domestic and international travel.
- A broad and interesting position covering personal assistance, family support and household management.
Pay: $100,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year
Experience:
- Personal assistant: 3 years (Preferred)
Language:
- English (Required)
- Mandarin (Required)
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Required)
Location:
- Melbourne VIC (Required)
Work Location: In person
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