Personal Assistant to Founder - Property

Job Description

The Role
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a highly capable and discreet Personal Assistant to support a prominent figure in London property development. This is a true 1:1 role, covering both professional and personal responsibilities (approximately 60% business / 40% personal). The successful candidate will manage a complex diary and inbox, act as gatekeeper, and liaise confidently with a wide range of contacts, from office staff and household suppliers to senior politicians, architects, and other high-profile individuals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full PA support across professional and personal life
• Managing a demanding and dynamic diary and correspondence
• Acting as first point of contact for a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
• Coordinating meetings with senior figures across government, business, and the arts
• Maintaining discretion and confidentiality at all times
• Supporting with personal arrangements as required

The Candidate:

• Must have exceptional intellect and energy
• Discreet, reliable, and professional
• Experience working at chairman/founder or senior-level support
• Background in property, finance, or professional services preferred
• Interest in architecture, design, arts, or culture is highly desirable
• Broad interests outside work and be intellectually curious and engaging
• Comfortable operating independently in a fast-paced, high-profile environment

This role offers a unique chance to work closely with a leading figure in London property, gaining exposure to high-level projects and networks while contributing to both professional and personal success.

Bain and Gray is an equal opportunities employer. We continually strive to improve our processes around our diversity, equity and inclusion strategy.

Bain and Gray specialise in PA and administration recruitment across London.  Typical roles include Receptionists, Team Assistants, Office Managers, PAs and EAs across all industry sectors. We are a boutique agency and therefore, are unable to respond individually to the high volume of applications. If you are already registered with Bain and Gray, please do not hesitate to contact your consultant directly.