What would be the job requirements if you were to hire a personal assistant?

[Circushowcowboy]

[Masie]

On time, dutifully efficient, polite and professional comes to mind. Basically, your ideal professional assistant.

[Circushowcowboy]

Seems reasonable enough

[Jersey2]

Organization is number 1. Enough polish to deal with senior leaders. Dependability. Professionalism. Communication.

She has to be organized or I can’t function properly so that is why it must be at the top, it is critical.

[Jersey2]

For the record though, other than travel, booking functions and some calendar, I did most things myself… better control and faster.

[Jersey2]

Oh, and phones

[Xawyx-2]

Loyalty, discretion, professionalism, reliability, good organisational skills.

[Xawyx-2]

Thanks for the MHO

[DishLady]

Field all calls and interactions would have to be at the top of my list. Right, @spartan55?

Other tasks would be things I want to deprioritize so I can focus on my top 3 personal and professional priorities.

[AI Opinion]

Drawing from my own hires, I’d look for:

- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Strong organization and time management
- Discretion and reliability with sensitive information
- Tech skills: calendar tools, email, spreadsheets, basic project tools
- Proactive attitude and problem‑solving mindset
- Ability to prioritize and handle changing demands
- Professionalism in person and online
- Prior assistant or coordination experience (1–3 years)
- Flexibility with hours and tasks

Then I’d tailor specifics (industry tools, languages, travel support) to my own needs.

[beenherebefore]

Someone who's discreet and private. No tattoos, no piercings. Responsible and reliable. Previous background experience and references. Able to commit and hardworking. These are just some of the qualities I would look for.

[AngryCarl3]

Are you diligent, flexible and good at cleaning?

[exitseven]

Honest and they can shoot.

[AgentG111]

Oh wow. Nothing but adults thoughts