Dubai, UAE | Private Household | Full-Time
Our client, a British businessman based in Dubai, has begun the search for an experienced Lifestyle Personal Assistant to support with the day to day management of his private life and oversee the smooth running of his residence in Dubai.
This is a varied and hands on role suited to someone who thrives in a dynamic private household environment and enjoys ensuring that every detail of a busy lifestyle runs seamlessly.
In addition to the Dubai residence, there may also be occasional involvement with the principal’s properties in the UK. The successful candidate will therefore hold a British passport or have the necessary legal documentation to travel freely between the UAE and the UK, sometimes for extended periods when required.
The household includes three children aged between 9 and 17, who are educated between Dubai and the UK. A nanny and domestic staff are already employed, alongside additional external service providers. The Lifestyle PA will act as a key point of coordination to ensure the household operates efficiently and to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Overseeing the daily running and organisation of the Dubai residence
- Acting as the principal’s trusted right hand support for lifestyle management
- Managing household staff, schedules and external suppliers
- Ensuring the home is fully stocked, organised and operating smoothly at all times
- Coordinating property maintenance, snagging and repairs
- Obtaining quotes and liaising with contractors and service providers
- Managing vehicles, servicing schedules, insurance and documentation
- Keeping track of household paperwork, insurance policies, renewals and taxes
- Assisting with personal logistics, travel arrangements and day to day requests
- Supporting the smooth running of the household when the children are in residence
- Liaising with UK properties when required and supporting logistics between both locations
- Anticipating the principal’s needs and ensuring a proactive, solutions-led approach
Candidate Profile:
- Previous experience working as a Lifestyle PA / Private PA within a UHNW household
- Highly organised with excellent administrative and logistical skills
- Confident managing staff and coordinating multiple moving parts
- Forward thinking with the ability to anticipate needs before they arise
- Comfortable working in a hands on household environment
- Discreet, trustworthy and professional at all times
- Able to work independently and take initiative
- British passport or legal ability to travel freely between the UK and UAE
- Experience overseeing multiple residences would be advantageous
Additional Information:
- Location: Dubai, UAE
- Role: Fulltime, permanent
- Travel: Occasional travel or extended stays in the UK may be required
- Start: Flexible for the right candidate
- Salary: 35,000-45,000 AED per month
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