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Hire a Personal Assistant in Los Angeles, CA

Part-Time Personal Assistant Services

  • Save Time

    Delegate all the little time sucks and reclaim your life.

  • Boost Productivity

    We’ll do the admin so you can focus on higher-level projects.

  • Reduce Stress

    Find The Middle ground in work/life balance.

  • No Set Plans

    Personalized support tailored to your needs.

How It Works

Match with candidates

Say goodbye to combing through applications! Tell us about what you looking for, and receive your matches.

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Avoid the hassle of coordinating. Simply provide your availability and we’ll set up a video interview.

hire Assistant + get started

Positions are part-time, but ongoing. Pay your assistant their wages directly and enjoy your newfound time!

We match you with pre-screened, qualified assistants from our database. You hire your best fit.

Tasks A Personal Assistant Can Take Off Your Plate

A personal assistant from The Middle can help free up your time by handling all kinds of day-to-day to-dos—whether at home, for your business, or both. Our assistants are flexible, experienced, and ready to step in where you need support most. Basically, if it’s something you’d rather not do—or don’t have time for—we’ll find someone who can handle it for you. Just let us know what you need in the Client Questionnaire, and we’ll match you with the right candidates.

  • Running errands and returning packages

    Keeping the kitchen stocked and the house supplies up

    Scheduling appointments (doctor, vet, handyman—you name it)

    Making dinner reservations or booking workouts

    Shopping online or buying thoughtful gifts

    Coordinating service providers and overseeing repairs

    Helping with home organization or moves

    Setting up new devices or tech

    Managing other household staff

  • Keeping your calendar organized and on track

    Cleaning up your inbox or sending out emails

    Creating and updating documents

    Coordinating with clients, teams, or vendors

    Booking travel and building itineraries

    Handling expenses and processing payments

Cost to Hire a Personal Assistant in Los Angeles

Traditional agencies usually charge 10–20% of a personal assistant’s annual salary. So if someone’s earning $50,000 a year, that could mean a $7,500 placement fee.

But that’s not how we work. Our assistants aren’t looking for full-time, salaried jobs—they’re interested in part-time, ongoing roles—and our fees reflect that.

We’ll send you personalized matches and handle all the interview scheduling at no cost. If you decide to hire someone we’ve introduced, there’s just a one-time $575 Placement Fee. Simple and straightforward.

Who Hires an Assistant with The Middle?

Small Business Owners

Consultants

Project Managers

Entrepreneurs

Philanthropists

Marketing Experts

Branding Creatives

Writers

Investors

Tech Founders & Engineers

Film, TV & Media Executives

Interior Designers

Artists

Real Estate Professionals

Lawyers

Satisfied Clients

  • "Gracie has a very keen sense of people's strengths, needs, and personalities that will mix."

    Charles D.

  • “My assistant saves me so much time in my day to day life, and it's a relief knowing I can rely on her."

    Erica W.

  • “The EA we hired continues to be a phenomenal asset to our professional and personal lives. "

    Robert D.

  • “I felt like I never had to lift a finger. From start to finish, working with the Middle was smooth, efficient, and fun."

    Mitchell G.

  • "I was able to find an excellent PA, who has now become essential to streamline and accelerate our work."

    Maria D.

  • "What a brilliant and efficient way to find a personal assistant. A service to find quality candidates looking for hourly work."

    Private Client

  • "The Middle made hiring so much faster and curated such great candidates that the only hard part was making a decision."

    Brian J.

Areas We Serve in California

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 FAQs

  • The Middle’s LA-based personal assistants can handle both home and office-related tasks. Our candidates will often support clients across personal matters, home management, and business administration. 

  • To determine whether a virtual assistant or in-person assistant is better for your lifestyle, a great first step is to jot down all the tasks you’d love to hand off—try doing this over the course of a week or even a month. Then, take a look at your list and figure out what needs to happen in person (like organizing your closet or picking up groceries) and what can be done remotely (like booking travel or scheduling appointments).

    If everything can be handled online, a virtual assistant is probably all you need. But if you’ve got tasks that require someone to be physically present, you’ll want an assistant who can come to your home when needed.

    The good news? Assistants from The Middle can do both—and they’re always local to your area.

  • The Middle specializes in part-time, ongoing placements and generally does not fill project-based roles or short-term needs. That said, some of our candidates may be open to this type of work! Just be sure to share the details in your Client Questionnaire so we can match you accordingly. Please note that our placement fee is the same regardless of how long the role lasts.

  • We’ll send you your personal assistant candidates within two weeks, but more often than not are able to share candidates within a week. Since we match candidates with our clients based on their unique needs, it always comes down to sharing the right fits for the job. If we don’t have candidates immediately who fit your needs, we’re constantly onboarding new candidates and continue to screen with your position in mind. 

  • Unlike most agencies that focus on full-time or temporary placements—and often charge 10–20% of the assistant’s annual salary—The Middle specializes in part-time, long-term personal assistant roles. That’s all we do.

    Instead of a hefty percentage-based fee, we charge a flat placement fee of $575. Our goal is to make it easy and affordable to get the consistent, part-time support you actually need.

  • You can hire an LA-based personal assistant through The Middle. We focus on part-time, ongoing positions, matching busy individuals with local personal assistants. We save you time by screening applicants, conducting preliminary interviews, and administering assessments so that we can provide you with a curated list of qualified candidate matches to choose from.

Hiring a Personal Assistant

How To Know If A Personal Assistant Is The Right For You

If you ever feel like there just aren’t enough hours in the day, chances are a personal assistant could make a big difference. Whether you're juggling a demanding job, managing a busy household, or just trying to get more breathing room in your schedule, a PA can help take the pressure off. You don’t need to be a CEO or super busy executive to benefit—our clients are parents, entrepreneurs, creatives, business owners, and everyday people who just want their time back. 

Here are a few signs it might be the right move:

  • Your to-do list keeps growing no matter how hard you work

  • You spend time on tasks that could be delegated (like errands, scheduling, or inbox cleanup)

  • You’re often the bottleneck in your own life or business

  • You want to be more organized but don’t have the time to get there

  • You’ve thought “I could really use an extra set of hands” more than once this week

And the best part is: you don’t have to commit to a full-time employee. We only place part-time positions because we understand that even a few hours a week can make a difference!

Experience To Look For In A Part-Time Personal Assistant In LA

When looking for a part-time personal assistant, it's important to consider both practical experience and interpersonal qualities to ensure a successful working relationship. We take care to identify candidates who have experience uniquely suited to your needs, and screen for candidates who demonstrate the soft skills necessary for these roles.

Key Skills and Experience

  • Organizational Abilities: Look for assistants who can manage calendars, coordinate appointments, and keep tasks on track.

  • Time Management: Candidates should be adept at prioritizing tasks and managing their schedules efficiently.

  • Problem-Solving Skills: An effective assistant can anticipate challenges and find solutions proactively.

  • Strong Communication: Clear and timely communication is essential, whether the assistant is working remotely or in-person.

  • Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with tools like Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and task management apps is beneficial.

Interpersonal Qualities

  • Reliability: Consistency and dependability are crucial for ongoing support.

  • Flexibility: Since part-time roles can vary week to week, adaptability is key.

  • Discretion: Handling personal and sensitive information requires a high level of trustworthiness.

  • Proactivity: Assistants who take initiative can add significant value by identifying and addressing needs before they arise.

The Middle pre-screens candidates to ensure they possess these qualities and match your specific requirements. During the interview process, it's helpful to discuss your expectations and assess how well the candidate's experience and personality align with your needs.

For more detailed guidance, you can refer to our Tips for Interviewing a Part-Time Personal Assistant.

The Middle’s Personal Assistant Matching Process

Getting started with The Middle is super straightforward—and designed to save you time right from the start.

  1. Tell us what you need

    You’ll start by filling out our Client Questionnaire. It’s quick and helps us understand what kind of help you’re looking for—what tasks you need support with, how often you need help, and any preferences you have.

  2. We send you handpicked candidates

    Based on your responses, we’ll match you with a few great personal assistants who fit your needs. 

  3. Meet your favorites

    We’ll handle all the scheduling and set up video interviews, so you can get to know each candidate and see who feels like the right fit.

  4. Select who to hire and get started

    We’ll connect you directly to your PA, and you’ll pay a one-time placement fee of $575 to The Middle. After that, you’ll work directly with your assistant—most charge between $25–$35/hour depending on experience.

The whole process is designed to be easy, thoughtful, and flexible—just like the assistants we match you with.