Job title: Private Personal Assistant
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Local Group
Functional Expertise: Admin
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Kuwait
Job published: 27/04/2026
Job ID: 51409
Contact name: Zoe Clapp

Job Description

We are working with a private Family Office to appoint a highly experienced Personal Assistant to support a female Principal in a dynamic, fast-paced and highly confidential environment.

This is a pivotal role, suited to someone who is naturally organised, calm under pressure, and experienced in managing both personal and lifestyle requirements at a very high standard.

 

The Role

 

You will act as a trusted right hand, managing all aspects of the Principal’s day-to-day life, travel, and personal logistics across multiple locations.

 

Responsibilities will include:

  • Complex diary and lifestyle management
  • End-to-end international travel planning (often at short notice)
  • Pre-travel coordination, including visiting destinations in advance when required
  • Concierge-level support across all personal requirements
  • Coordination of transportation, including drivers and vehicles globally
  • Wardrobe management, personal shopping and lifestyle coordination
  • Event planning (private gatherings, cultural events, exhibitions)
  • Oversight of residences, ensuring readiness at all times
  • Light management of household staff and service providers
  • Supporting clinic visits and personal wellbeing logistics
  • Acting as a key point of coordination between the Principal and wider support teams

This role requires regular international travel and flexibility in working hours, depending on the Principal’s schedule.

 

The Person

We are looking for someone who brings both professionalism and emotional intelligence to the role.

 

You will likely have:

  • Extensive experience supporting UHNW individuals or families
  • A calm, discreet and highly professional approach
  • Strong organisational and logistical capabilities
  • Experience managing complex international travel
  • A naturally service-oriented mindset
  • Confidence working in highly private environments
  • The ability to adapt to changing priorities and schedules
  • Fluency in English; additional European language skills would be advantageous

Additional experience in security awareness or close protection environments would be advantageous.

 

Package

  • Generous salary
  • Accommodation provided (utilities covered)
  • Travel expenses covered for business-related travel