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Imported listingPersonal Assistant to CEO (Personal / Home Focus)
South AfricaPosted yesterday
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Location
South Africa
Job type
Remote
Experience
Mid
Category
Operations
Work arrangement
Remote or hybrid
Job overview
Overview
We are seeking an exceptionally organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Personal Assistant to support a CEO at a fast-moving luxury travel company.
This role goes beyond traditional assistant work — you will act as a true operator behind the scenes, ensuring the CEO’s personal and household life runs seamlessly.
You will work alongside the Executive Assistant, with a clear division of responsibilities:
This role: Personal + household + life management
Executive Assistant: Business operations
The ideal candidate is highly anticipatory, resourceful, and takes pride in solving problems before they arise.
Key Responsibilities
Personal & Household Management (CORE)
Manage family calendars (CEO, spouse, children)
Coordinate school communications, activities, and reminders
Schedule appointments (medical, personal, fitness, etc.)
Organize playdates, events, and household logistics
Handle day-to-day personal administration
Calendar & Scheduling
Coordinate and manage personal scheduling with precision
Ensure calendars are optimized, conflict-free, and efficient
Proactively identify and resolve scheduling issues before they arise
Communication & Coordination
Manage personal correspondence with speed, discretion, and accuracy
Handle follow-ups and ensure nothing falls through the cracks
Communicate clearly and professionally on behalf of the CEO
Proactive Support & Anticipation
Anticipate needs before they arise and take action
Identify inefficiencies and improve workflows
Act as a problem-solver, not just a task executor
AI & Efficiency Optimization (IMPORTANT)
Use AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude) to improve efficiency
Build systems, trackers, and workflows using AI
Balance AI usage with critical thinking and accuracy
Collaboration
Work closely under the Executive Assistant
Support overflow tasks and special projects when needed
Contribute to a smooth, well-structured support system
What We’re Looking For
Exceptional attention to detail
Strong written communication (polished, warm, professional)
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
High level of discretion and good judgment
Self-starter mindset — able to figure things out independently
Highly proactive and anticipatory approach
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
AI-savvy or open to learning AI tools (non-negotiable mindset)
Nice to Have
Previous experience as a Personal or Household Assistant
Experience managing family logistics
Exposure to luxury hospitality or travel environments
Strong systems/process mindset
Why Join
Work with a high-performing, fast-moving team
Strong growth opportunities within the business
Flexible remote environment
Exposure to the luxury travel industry
Travel-related benefits
Location: RemoteType: Full-TimeWorking Hours:7:30 AM – 4:30 PM Pacific Time (Monday–Friday, 9-hour shift incl. 1-hour lunch)Flexibility: Occasional availability for urgent/time-sensitive matters
Overview
We are seeking an exceptionally organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Personal Assistant to support a CEO at a fast-moving luxury travel company.
This role goes beyond traditional assistant work — you will act as a true operator behind the scenes , ensuring the CEO’s personal and household life runs seamlessly .
You will work alongside the Executive Assistant, with a clear division of responsibilities:
•
This role: Personal + household + life management
•
Executive Assistant: Business operations
The ideal candidate is highly anticipatory, resourceful, and takes pride in solving problems before they arise.
Key Responsibilities
Personal & Household Management (CORE)
•
Manage family calendars (CEO, spouse, children)
•
Coordinate school communications, activities, and reminders
•
Schedule appointments (medical, personal, fitness, etc.)
•
Organize playdates, events, and household logistics
•
Handle day-to-day personal administration
Calendar & Scheduling
•
Coordinate and manage personal scheduling with precision
•
Ensure calendars are optimized, conflict-free, and efficient
•
Proactively identify and resolve scheduling issues before they arise
Communication & Coordination
•
Manage personal correspondence with speed, discretion, and accuracy
•
Handle follow-ups and ensure nothing falls through the cracks
•
Communicate clearly and professionally on behalf of the CEO
Proactive Support & Anticipation
•
Anticipate needs before they arise and take action
•
Identify inefficiencies and improve workflows
•
Act as a problem-solver, not just a task executor
AI & Efficiency Optimization (IMPORTANT)
•
Use AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude) to improve efficiency
•
Build systems, trackers, and workflows using AI
•
Balance AI usage with critical thinking and accuracy
Collaboration
•
Work closely under the Executive Assistant
•
Support overflow tasks and special projects when needed
•
Contribute to a smooth, well-structured support system
What We’re Looking For
•
Exceptional attention to detail
•
Strong written communication (polished, warm, professional)
•
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
•
High level of discretion and good judgment
•
Self-starter mindset — able to figure things out independently
•
Highly proactive and anticipatory approach
•
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
•
AI-savvy or open to learning AI tools (non-negotiable mindset)
Nice to Have
•
Previous experience as a Personal or Household Assistant
•
Experience managing family logistics
•
Exposure to luxury hospitality or travel environments
•
Strong systems/process mindset
Why Join
•
Work with a high-performing, fast-moving team
•
Strong growth opportunities within the business
•
Flexible remote environment
•
Exposure to the luxury travel industry
•
Travel-related benefits
Location: Remote
Type: Full-Time
Working Hours: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM Pacific Time (Monday–Friday, 9-hour shift incl. 1-hour lunch)
Flexibility: Occasional availability for urgent/time-sensitive matters
Additional information
Why Join Assist World?
100% REMOTE
$50 birthday bonus
$200 testimonial bonus
$500 entry monthly raffle
NO TRACKER. NO PROBLEM
Responsibilities
- Personal & Household Management (CORE)
- Manage family calendars (CEO, spouse, children)
- Coordinate school communications, activities, and reminders
- Schedule appointments (medical, personal, fitness, etc.)
- Organize playdates, events, and household logistics
- Handle day-to-day personal administration
- Calendar & Scheduling
- Coordinate and manage personal scheduling with precision
- Ensure calendars are optimized, conflict-free, and efficient
- Proactively identify and resolve scheduling issues before they arise
- Communication & Coordination
- Manage personal correspondence with speed, discretion, and accuracy
- Handle follow-ups and ensure nothing falls through the cracks
- Communicate clearly and professionally on behalf of the CEO
- Proactive Support & Anticipation
Requirements
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Strong written communication (polished, warm, professional)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- High level of discretion and good judgment
- Self-starter mindset — able to figure things out independently
- Highly proactive and anticipatory approach
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- AI-savvy or open to learning AI tools (non-negotiable mindset)
- Nice to Have
- Previous experience as a Personal or Household Assistant
- Experience managing family logistics
- Exposure to luxury hospitality or travel environments
- Strong systems/process mindset
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