Bilingual Personal Assistant

Job Overview

Bilingual (Mandarin & English) Personal Assistant
Location: North London (N2)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £4,000 a month starting, negotiable depending on experience)

About the Role
We are seeking a professional, proactive, and highly organised Mandarin and English Bilingual Personal Assistant to provide dedicated one-to-one business and personal support to the employer. The successful candidate will possess excellent communication skills, exceptional organisational ability, a high level of discretion, and the flexibility to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced working environment.

Key Responsibilities
* Manage and coordinate the employer’s family and personal diary, appointments, meetings, travel arrangements, and private commitments.
* Handle a wide range of personal and household administrative duties, including ad hoc requests, errands, and day-to-day matters.
* Coordinate and arrange household repairs, maintenance, and other home-related services, liaising with contractors and suppliers as required.
* Manage household bills, payments, expenses, and related records accurately and efficiently.
* Oversee day-to-day household purchasing, including sourcing and purchasing household and personal items as required.
* Coordinate with other household staff and external service providers to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the household.
* Assist with the planning, coordination, and hosting of private and household events.
* Provide fluent Mandarin-English interpretation and written translation in both business and everyday settings, including real-time interpretation when required.
* Draft and prepare formal documents, correspondence, agreements, and professional emails on the employer’s behalf.
* Liaise professionally with suppliers, contractors, household staff, and other personal or professional contacts on the employer’s behalf.
* Accompany the employer on business and personal trips where required, assisting with travel arrangements, meeting coordination, interpretation, and communications.
* Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality, discretion, professionalism, and integrity when handling personal, household, and business information.
* Anticipate the employer’s needs and proactively provide dependable day-to-day support to ensure the smooth and efficient management of both personal and professional affairs.

Essential Requirements
* Native or near-native fluency in both Mandarin Chinese and English, with excellent interpreting and communication skills.
* Previous experience as a Private Assistant, Executive Assistant, Interpreter, or in a similar one-to-one support role.
* Outstanding organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
* Strong sense of professionalism, integrity, and discretion.
* Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and adapt to changing circumstances.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Professional presentation and understanding of business etiquette.
* Willingness to work flexible hours and travel domestically and internationally as required.
* Legal right to work in the United Kingdom.

Desirable Qualifications
* A bachelor's degree or higher, preferably from a leading university.
* Experience supporting senior executives, entrepreneurs, or high-net-worth individuals.
* International work or study experience.
* Familiarity with cross-cultural communication and international business environments.
* Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and other productivity software.

What We Offer
* Competitive salary, with remuneration negotiable depending on experience and qualifications.
* A varied and rewarding role working closely with the employer.
* Opportunities for domestic and international travel.
* A professional and respectful working environment with long-term career prospects.

Pay: £4,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Casual dress

Work Location: In person