How to Hire a Personal Assistant

Specialist Personal Assistant Recruitment in London

Joyce Guiness has built a long-standing reputation as one of London’s most trusted agencies for Personal Assistant and administrative recruitment. We have decades of experience placing exceptional candidates with discerning clients.  The team at Joyce Guiness is committed to delivering the highest standards of service at every stage of the hiring process.

As a boutique recruitment agency, our approach is deliberately personal. Unlike larger firms juggling hundreds of live roles at once, our size is our strength.  Due to this approach, every client receives a bespoke, tailored service built around their specific needs, culture, and expectations. Whether you are a growing business seeking your first EA, an HNWI looking for a household or Private PA, or a family office in need of a senior administrator, we take the time to truly understand what you require before we begin.

Expert Guidance from Experienced Recruitment Consultants

Hiring a Personal Assistant is a significant decision.  Our consultants are here to make that process as straightforward, painless and successful as possible. From the very first conversation, we offer honest, informed advice on:

• London Salary benchmarking: We provide up-to-date guidance on PA salary levels across London and the UK.  This ensures your offer is competitive and reflective of the experience and skills you require.

• Role scoping: We help you define the responsibilities, seniority, and experience level needed.  We can draft or refine your job specification, so it attracts the right calibre of candidate.

• Candidate shortlisting: Our extensive network means we can move quickly and efficiently, and are therfore able to promptly present you with a curated shortlist of high-quality candidates.

We work with both first-time hirers and experienced PA managers alike.  If you are unsure where to begin, we can guide you through every step.

Administrative Recruitment in London Across All Sectors

Joyce Guiness places temporary, permanent, and contract staff across a wide range of industries. Our clients include some of the most respected organisations and individuals in their fields. Sectors we cover include:

Accountancy, Advertising, Banking & Finance, Charities & Not-for-Profit, Construction, Creative Industries, Design, Education, Fashion, Fintech, Healthcare, Hospitality & Luxury, Insurance, Media, Property, Recruitment, Sales, Technology, Travel, and more.

With deep expertise in luxury and private household recruitment, we place PAs and household staff with High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNWIs), private families, family offices, and celebrities. Our bespoke matching process is built around discretion, professionalism, and the unique needs of high-profile clients.