New York City, United States
Part-Time Personal Assistant/House Manager - Upper East Side - NYC
Carrie Rikon & Associates · New York City · United States
Posted: 12/9/2025 · Last checked: 10/12/2026
Job description
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Part-Time Personal Assistant/House Manager – Upper East Side, NYC
Location: East 70s, Manhattan (Upper East Side)
Schedule: On-site Part-time Position
A prominent recruiting agency owner on the Upper East Side is seeking an experienced and highly organized Personal Assistant/House Manager to oversee daily household operations and provide comprehensive personal and administrative support. The ideal candidate is proactive, discreet, and comfortable managing a busy household with multiple moving parts. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail are essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage daily calendar, appointments for the recruiting agency owner.
- Coordinate complex travel arrangements, including itineraries and accommodations.
- Serve as the primary point of contact between the household and external vendors, contractors, and the office.
- Maintain household organization and oversee inventory, supplies, and vendor services.
- Manage personal errands, shopping, and gift lists as needed.
- Assist the principal with administrative tasks, correspondence, and documentation.
- Oversee home maintenance projects and liaise with service providers to ensure timely completion and high standards.
- Support event planning and coordination for gatherings, dinners, and special occasions.
- Ensure the smooth operation of homes through proactive problem-solving and efficient systems management.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a Personal Assistant or House Manager.
- Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities with a strong attention to detail.
- Professional, family-friendly demeanor with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Tech-savvy and comfortable with modern tools, scheduling software, and communication platforms.
- Must love dogs and be comfortable in a pet-friendly environment.
- Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with utmost discretion.
About the Role:
This is a unique opportunity for a dedicated professional who enjoys balancing household management with personal assistant duties. The position offers a mix of administrative, organizational, and lifestyle management responsibilities in a respectful, well-run household. The right candidate will be a dependable problem-solver who takes initiative, anticipates needs, and thrives in an environment that values efficiency, discretion, and excellence.
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