Quick answer
To hire a personal assistant, choose your city below, review local pay and employer rules, then post a free request on AvailJob to reach vetted personal assistants. Most families fill the role in 2–4 weeks.
What does a personal assistant do?
- Diary management: organises appointments, school events and family schedules.
- Household admin: handles bills, insurance, warranties and paperwork.
- Travel planning: books flights, hotels, visas and itineraries.
- Event planning: organises parties, holidays and special occasions.
- Supplier liaison: books and manages tradespeople and service providers.
- Errands: shops for gifts, returns items and handles errands.
- Staff coordination: coordinates schedules of other household staff.
- Communication: manages household email and correspondence.
Typical personal assistant pay by country
| Country | Typical pay |
|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | $25–$45 per hour |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | C$29–C$52 per hour |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | £17–£30 per hour |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | €18–€31 per hour |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | A$36–A$65 per hour |
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | AED 6,000–AED 12,000 per month |
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | CHF 34–CHF 61 per hour |
Indicative national ranges — each city page adjusts them for local salary levels.
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🇺🇸 Personal Assistants in United States
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