Permanent
General Assistant
Northampton

Posted Yesterday
Job Title: General Assistant - Household & Home Office Support
Reports To: Managing Director
Position Overview
We are seeking a reliable, organised, and proactive General Assistant to oversee the smooth running of the Managing Director''s home. This full-time position (Monday to Friday, flexible hours) combines hands-on household duties with light home-based administrative support. Discretion, trustworthiness, and the ability to work independently are essential.
Key Responsibilities
Household Responsibilities
- Ensure the home is kept clean, tidy, and well-presented at all times
- Cooking and meal preparation to suit the MD''s preferences and dietary requirements
- Laundry, ironing, and wardrobe care
- Grocery and household shopping, including online orders where required
- Managing deliveries and tradespeople/contractors visiting the property
- Running personal errands such as collecting dry cleaning, post office trips, or organising household repairs/maintenance
Home-Based Administrative Support
- Sorting and organising household paperwork and records
- Managing household-related correspondence, bills, and appointments
- Booking services, reservations, or suppliers as required
- Light administrative support for the MD relating to their professional work, carried out from home
- Coordinating and supporting any occasional home events or gatherings
Skills & Requirements
- Previous experience in a similar private household, PA, or housekeeper role preferred
- Ability to multitask and manage responsibilities without supervision
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Professional, discreet, and trustworthy at all times
- Good communication skills
- Full UK driving licence (essential) and comfortable driving for errands
- Must pass (or be willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS check
- Practical, flexible, and hands-on approach to work
Working Hours & Benefits
- Full-time, Monday to Friday - completely flexible hours to suit household needs
- Primarily based at the MD''s home
- Mileage allowance and agreed expenses covered for all work-related travel
- Competitive salary dependent on experience