EA to UHNWI, Paris

Executive Assistant to UHNWI, Paris
Location: Paris, France
Essential: Must be fluent in French and English (written and spoken)
Salary: c. €100,000 - €120,000 gross per annum
 
A prestigious UHNW family with multiple residences across Europe is seeking a highly experienced and discreet Executive Assistant to lead the team at their primary residence in Paris. This is a pivotal role requiring exceptional leadership, operational oversight, and multilingual communication skills.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Diary Management:
• Coordinate the principal's complex and ever-changing diary
• Travel & Event Coordination:
  Plan and manage the principal's travel itineraries - both private and commercial. Organise private events, social gatherings and formal occasions.
• Logistics & Inventory:
  Maintain and oversee household inventories, vehicle maintenance, menu planning in collaboration with the chef, and coordinate seasonal property openings/closings.
• Team Leadership & HR:
  Recruit, train, and manage a team of household staff across multiple properties. Oversee all HR processes and ensure the highest standards of professionalism.
• Household & Property Management:
  Coordinate daily operations across all residences in Europe. Maintain all properties proactively and reactively, ensuring they are always guest-ready.
• Supplier & Contractor Oversight:
  Source and manage suppliers and contractors. Negotiate service agreements and ensure cost-effective, high-quality solutions.
• Budget & Finance Management:
  Manage household budgets for all properties. Track expenses and provide regular reports to the principals.
• Security Oversight:
  Ensure robust security protocols are in place across all properties.
• Principal Liaison:
  Act as the main point of contact for the principals, anticipating needs and ensuring seamless service delivery.

• Languages:
  Fluency in both French and English (written and spoken) is essential. Spanish, Italian or other European languages are a plus.
• Experience:
  Minimum 5+ years of experience in a similar EA/Chief of Staff / Private Household role at the UHNW level.
• Skills:
  Exceptional communication, multitasking, accounting, and project management abilities. Highly organised and detail-oriented.
• Location & Travel:
  Must reside in Paris and hold a valid EU passport. Willingness to travel across Europe is essential.