What is a part-time administrative assistant at The Middle?

An administrative assistant supports your business operations by managing clerical tasks, paperwork, schedules, correspondence, databases and other professional tasks. These positions are flexible, not full-time or office-bound.

How is an administrative assistant different from a personal assistant?

An administrative assistant focuses on business-oriented tasks (clerical, scheduling, email, documents), whereas a personal assistant handles more personal or household tasks. Our administrative assistants may work remotely or occasionally in-person, and assist with mostly professional duties.

Where are administrative assistants placed?

The Middle places part-time administrative assistants in Los Angeles and New York City, including Brooklyn and Queens.

Are there full-time administrative assistant roles?

No — The Middle does not place full-time administrative assistants. All are part-time and flexible.

What are the costs and fees for hiring an administrative assistant?

Administrative assistants charge hourly rates between $25-35/hr depending on experience. If you decide to hire a candidate introduced by The Middle, there is a one-time placement fee of $575, and you pay the assistant directly.

How quickly can I receive matches after submitting a request?

We aim to send candidate matches within about one week of receiving your Client Questionnaire; allow up to two weeks depending on demand and availability.

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Family Assistants in LA

Part-Time Support for Busy Families

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The Middle places part-time personal assistants who can support your family’s needs.

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Why You Need a Part-Time Family Assistant in LA

Living in Los Angeles with a family means keeping track of household schedules, local appointments, and daily errands, which can quickly feel like a full-time job. It isn't a failure of organization; it's simply the reality of running a busy home in a spread-out city. Bringing on a household assistant gives you dedicated support to handle the coordination. Instead of spending your afternoons managing endless details, you get your time back.

What is a family assistant?

A family assistant supports the household collectively rather than focusing on just one individual. They handle family scheduling, coordinate with home vendors, keep the pantry stocked, and manage everyday life admin. They tackle the groundwork that keeps a household running smoothly day to day.

How a Family Assistant Differs From a Personal Assistant

A personal assistant in Los Angeles typically focuses on one adult's life and private schedule. A personal family assistant supports the home unit as a whole. It's a shift from managing one person's day to keeping an entire residence organized.

Job Duties of a Family Assistant

When you hire a family assistant, their focus is on home management and logistics.

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Track package deliveries
Managing family calendar(s)
Running errands
Researching vendors
Dry cleaning
Mail packages
Overseeing maintenance or renovations
Coordinating kids’ activities
Grocery shopping
Home organization
Tracking household subscriptions
Stocking supplies

Reasons to Hire a Part-Time Family Assistant in LA

Time savings: Delegate time-consuming home admin and local errand runs to a reliable assistant.
Mental relief: Take the ongoing load of family calendar management off your daily list.
Total flexibility: Get help when you need it without committing to full-time staffing costs.
Vendor oversight: Keep home maintenance, deliveries, and service appointments running on schedule.
Dedicated trust: Work with one consistent family personal assistant who knows how your home operates.

You Don't Have to Run LA Life Alone

Managing a busy household in Los Angeles shouldn't feel like an endless administrative chore. You don't have to choose between doing everything yourself or hiring full-time residential staff. A dedicated part-time assistant brings order to your daily schedule so you can focus on what matters. When you're ready for support, fill out our Client Questionnaire and let's find the right fit for your home.

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FAQs

No. A family personal assistant focuses on household logistics, organization, and administrative tasks. While they're comfortable working in active homes with kids around, dedicated childcare or supervision is handled separately by a nanny or babysitter.
Our process centers on finding proactive candidates who fit your home's unique rhythm. We match you with assistants based on your scheduling needs, communication style, and property requirements. You interview a shortlist, pick your favorite, and hire them directly with a simple one-time placement fee.
When you hire a family assistant through us, you pay a flat, one-time placement fee. After that, you pay your family assistant directly at their hourly rate (typically $30 to $60 per hour).
We screen candidates for professional experience, communication, and discretion in private residences. We recommend conducting a background check at your discretion once you've made an employment offer.