Private PA

Run the life of a busy individual or family - diary, travel, household, projects.

This UK private pa career guide covers what the role involves day to day, typical salary at each stage, the usual entry route, the skills employers expect, and related careers worth comparing.

Quick facts

Starting salary
£30,000 - £45,000
Mid-career salary
£50,000 - £80,000
Senior salary
£90,000 - £160,000+
Work environment
Client home / office, often live-in option
Time to entry
0 - 12 months
Degree required
Not required
Category
Self-Employed and Business Owner

What a Private PA does

Run the life of a busy individual or family - diary, travel, household, projects.

How to become a Private PA

  1. Look up Private PA roles on LinkedIn or Indeed and read 5 real job ads
  2. Talk to someone already working as a Private PA - even a 15-minute call helps
  3. Find one beginner course or qualification used by people in this role
  4. Build one small piece of evidence you've explored this (project, shadowing, short course)
  5. Apply to one entry-level role or related opportunity within the next month

Key skills

  • Diary mgmt
  • Travel planning
  • Discretion
  • Tech literacy
  • Calm under pressure