Hire a Personal Assistant in the USA

A personal assistant can provide you with a more organised and balanced lifestyle. They help you manage tasks and responsibilities including managing your calendar running errands handling emails and planning your activities to facilitate your work-life balance. The role of a personal assistant also overlaps with executive and administrative assistants which means you’ll be investing in your professional and personal life by hiring a personal assistant. 

Charles MacPherson Associates can find you the most suitable candidate for a personal assistant in the USA. Contact our placement specialist today.

Roles and Responsibilities of a Personal Assistant 

Your personal assistant performs a wide range of responsibilities some of which are:

Calendar and Schedule Management

Your personal assistant schedules your meetings and manages your calendar to avoid double bookings and ensure that your week goes smoothly. From business meetings to dentist appointments they take care of everything.

Administrative Support

You can rely on your personal assistant to play an administrative role for you. This includes managing your email answering your phone calls and scheduling your meetings. Once they are familiar with your work style they will know what calls to transfer to you and what inquiries they can handle independently. 

When your personal assistant is working in an administrative capacity you can trust them with critical files and confidential information. They also ensure proper communication with your colleagues employees domestic staff and travel agents  

Errands and Logistics

A minor logistical error can disrupt your routine and waste time. That is why your PA makes sure that they streamline time-consuming tasks run your errands handle your logistics and generally ensure productivity. 

Research and Information Management

Your personal assistant can also gather information and conduct research for you when needed. Whether it’s personal or business-related your personal assistant will compile the requested report and provide you with a summary. 

Benefits of Hiring a Personal Assistant with Charles MacPherson Associates 

We offer comprehensive placement services to assist you in hiring a personal assistant while answering all your questions.

When you begin working with us our team at CMA initiates an in-depth consultation to grasp the details of your role and identify the ideal candidate match for your household. Taking the time to understand your needs thoroughly we may even conduct the consultation at your residence and actively participate in candidate interviews if requested. Once the consultation phase is complete we create a tailored job description that aligns with the specific requirements of your role and present it to you for final approval. 

Once you have approved the job description we proceed to post the position and actively source candidates for your consideration. Our dedicated recruiting account managers schedule informative phone calls to discuss each candidate providing supplementary information to address any queries you may have. If an interview is successful we recommend a trial period allowing you to assess the candidate’s skill set before making a permanent hiring decision. This trial period serves as a valuable opportunity to identify and address any potential challenges before the candidate begins full-time employment.

CMA goes above and beyond by including a comprehensive set of background checks when you’re ready to hire. . This includes a thorough criminal record check a credit bureau report and a driver’s abstract. To provide further assurance our process comes with a 60-day placement guarantee.

Choosing to partner with CMA for your personal assistant hiring needs means leveraging decades of industry expertise and insights from our Academy. We not only assist in the recruitment process but also offer guidance on best practices for onboarding and if necessary termination. For a seamless personalised hiring experience contact us today if you’re looking to hire a personal assistant for your home.

What to Look for When Hiring a Personal Assistant in the USA?

A personal assistant will be involved in your personal and professional life. Therefore you need someone competent trustworthy and adaptable. Here are a few qualities you should look for when hiring a personal assistant in the USA:

• Career Driven: Your personal assistant should go above and beyond to be your best ally prioritising the seamless operations of your lifestyle and business. 
• Compatible Personality: You should look for a candidate with a personality that meshes well with you and your family and aligns with your work style.
• Professionalism: Since your PA also fills the role of administrative and executive assistant from time to time they should be able to follow a professional code of conduct. 
• Communication Skills: A personal assistant communicates with your colleagues employees domestic staff and travel agents so they should be able to communicate clearly and effectively with different people.

If you communicate all your expectations for your personal assistant to us we can assist you in finding the best candidate. 

Upgrade Your Lifestyle by Hiring a Personal Assistant with Charles MacPherson 

If you are looking for a qualified personal assistant get in touch with our placement specialists. Based on your expectations we can match you with the most appropriate candidate for your personal assistant position in the USA. Reach out to us at (416) 361-7279 or email info@charlesmacpherson.com.