Job Title: Personal / Private Assistant to UHNW elderly couple

Location: Zurich, Switzerland

Workload: 60%

Position Overview:
A highly trustworthy, discreet, and dependable Personal Assistant is sought to support an elderly UHNW couple with their day-to-day administrative and household coordination. This role requires a person of the utmost integrity who understands the importance of confidentiality, sensitivity, and professionalism when working in a private household. The successful candidate will be organised, reliable, calm, and attentive, with a respectful and service-oriented approach. They will help ensure the smooth running of the couple’s personal affairs, homes, and appointments while acting as a discreet and reliable point of contact for service providers, healthcare professionals, and local authorities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, documents, and personal correspondence
• Organise and coordinate communication with the local Gemeinde (Council) and other authorities
• Maintain organised records of personal and household documents
• Oversee administrative matters related to the couple’s residences in Zurich and Gstaad
• Arrange minor repairs, maintenance, and service providers for the properties
• Liaise with contractors, household staff, and property service providers as required
• Coordinate medical appointments and maintain communication with doctors and healthcare providers
• Organise and manage Spitex services when needed
• Manage calendars, reminders, and personal appointments
• Assist with general personal administrative tasks and errands
• Ensure all matters are handled with discretion, professionalism, and attention to detail

Candidate Profile:

• Previous experience as a Personal Assistant, Private Assistant, or in a similar role supporting private individuals or families
• Highly trustworthy, discreet, loyal, and respectful of privacy and confidentiality
• Sensitive, empathetic, and patient when supporting elderly principals
• Exceptionally organised, reliable, and detail-oriented
• Calm, professional, and proactive with a high level of personal integrity
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluent in German and English; Swiss German or Swedish is an advantage
• Familiarity with Swiss administrative procedures and local service providers is beneficial

Personal Qualities:

• Absolute discretion and a strong sense of confidentiality
• Trustworthy, dependable, and responsible
• Polite, respectful, and service-minded
• Sensitive to the needs and preferences of the principals
• Professional, organised, and attentive to detail

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