Private PA & Estate Manager
Location: Skipton area
Salary: £40,000
Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, fully office-based
Are you an experienced Private PA with interest or experience in rural and estate management? Do you thrive in a varied role that combines administrative duties with hands-on estate oversight? If so, this unique opportunity to work for a private estate could be perfect for you.
About the Role:
This is a diverse and evolving role that blends traditional PA responsibilities with estate management. You will be supporting a HNWI with both business and personal PA duties but with a bigger focus on personal and estate management. You will be managing their day-to-day schedule as well as being a key point of contact for the estate staff.
Key Responsibilities:
Personal Assistant Duties
* Comprehensive diary management (business & personal)
* Coordinating complex international travel and itineraries
* Booking accommodation and appointments
* Coordinating holidays, planning and coordinating social events
* Handling administrative and document management tasks
Estate & Property Management
* Overseeing property management across multiple properties
* Acting as the first point of contact for estate staff and contractors
* Managing supplier contracts and ensuring construction projects stay on track
* Handling tenant and land queries, including relations with farmers and external contractors
* Sourcing materials for estate projects and renovations
* Ensuring smooth operations of the estate office
Business & Finance Administration
* Bookkeeping and bank reconciliation
* Coordinating HR-related tasks such as attendance tracking and training
* Assisting with recruitment and staff coordination
What We’re Looking For:
* Essential Skills & Experience:
* Proven experience as a Private PA
* Mature outlook and proficient and handling sensitive and confidential information
* Experience with bookkeeping/ personal accounting ideally
* Experience within a private household or estate would be advantageous
* Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities
* Confident communicator who can handle sensitive or challenging conversations
* Ability to work independently and make informed decisions
* Preferred Experience:
* Background in estate management, construction, refurbishment, or maintenance oversight
* Experience dealing with high-net-worth individuals and private estates
* Strong IT and data management skills
* Interest in rural estate management, land, or farming
This is a rare opportunity to take on a role that offers variety and responsibility within an estate that is constantly evolving. You will work closely with the owner, playing a key role in both his business and personal life.
If you have the experience, confidence, and adaptability to succeed in this unique environment, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.