Household Manager/Personal Assistant

at  Diamond Group

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate has at least 5 years experience providing support to a Principal with a fast-paced demanding lifestyle.

Other qualifications

• A minimum of a BA
• An appreciation for the arts
• Superb time management and organizational skills
• An exceptionally strong work ethic, with the availability to work unusual hours if required
• Proficient with digital technology and computer literate; experienced with MS Office, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook. Quickbooks would be an asset.
• Previous experience in a sophisticated home environment
• A strong sense of loyalty and great personal integrity
• The candidate should have a full Ontario driver’s license (no vehicle required) and a current passport.

The House Manager/PA should feel qualified and competent enough to take an unclear assignment and, within certain boundaries, figure out how to make it work. In short, this person is a whip smart problem solver.

Responsibilities involved:

• Provide administrative and communication back-up for multiple files both personal and household
• Communicate –– spoken and written –– on behalf of the employer
• Manage a comprehensive administrative and project-related filing system, both digital and hard-copy
• Manage the flow of the household with deliveries, trades and phone
• Maintain a detailed contact system
• Manage sophisticated events with VIP guest lists, as well as entertainment arrangements
• Manage personal errands.
• Basic household financial management
• Manage an extensive wine collection
• End of day security and systems check in the household