Personal Assistant

Part-Time Personal Assistant (Family Office / Small Business Operations) - Independent Contractor

Location: Orange County, California
Schedule: Part-Time (Flexible Hours) - Independent Contractor
Compensation: Competitive hourly rate

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly reliable, organized, and personable Part-Time Personal Assistant to support a husband-and-wife team managing a dynamic mix of real estate investments, healthcare-related businesses, and family responsibilities.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety in their day, can adapt quickly, and takes pride in being proactive, detail-oriented, and trustworthy. Responsibilities will vary day-to-day and may include both professional and personal support tasks.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities are variable and flexible, and may include:

Business & Operations Support

• Assist with coordination of real estate operations across multiple properties
• Conduct site visits and basic inspections of local properties (e.g., checking readiness, meeting vendors, documenting conditions)
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and service providers
• Support shipping and logistics for business-related materials and products
• Help organize schedules, deliveries, and appointments

Personal & Household Assistance

• Run errands such as grocery shopping, returns, and local pickups/drop-offs (no child care duties)
• Assist with household coordination and vendor access
• Help manage day-to-day logistical needs for a busy family

Administrative & Coordination Tasks

• Communicate with vendors, tenants, and service providers in a professional and courteous manner
• Assist with light administrative tasks, scheduling, and follow-ups
• Handle time-sensitive requests with efficiency

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with a wide range of individuals
• Highly organized, dependable, and detail-oriented
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities
• Comfortable with short-notice requests and flexible scheduling
• Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving ability

Requirements

• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license
• Willingness to travel locally within Orange County
• Ability to handle both business-related and personal tasks with discretion
• Tech-comfortable (smartphone, email, basic apps)

Preferred (but not required)

• Experience in real estate, property management, or healthcare environments
• Prior experience as a personal or executive assistant
• Familiarity with Orange County geography

Ideal Candidate

• Calm under pressure and highly responsive
• Takes initiative without needing constant direction
• Professional, polished, and trustworthy
• Enjoys working in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial family environment

Additional Details

• Hours are flexible but may include occasional evenings or weekends
• Some tasks may arise on short notice

Pay: $23.54 - $28.35 per hour

Work Location: In person