LOCATIONS | new york city | manhattanFind a Skilled Personal Assistant in Manhattan, New York
Hire a Personal Assistant for Long-Term Support in Manhattan
Finding a personal assistant in Manhattan through The Middle means you don’t have to manage city life on your own. We connect busy professionals and households with qualified, screened part-time assistants for errands, calendar and inbox management, and a streamlined home life, so you can move through your week more focused and less overwhelmed.
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Save Time
Delegate all the little time sucks and reclaim your life.
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Boost Productivity
We’ll do the admin so you can focus on higher-level projects.
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Reduce Stress
Find The Middle ground in work/life balance.
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No Set Plans
Personalized support tailored to your needs.
How It Works
Match with candidatesSay goodbye to combing through applications! Tell us about what you are looking for, and receive your matches.
interview your favoritesAvoid the hassle of coordinating. Simply provide your availability and we’ll set up a video interview.
hire Assistant + get startedPositions are part-time, but ongoing. Pay your assistant their wages directly and enjoy your newfound time!
Responsibilities of a Personal Assistant in Manhattan
Personal assistants in Manhattan can handle a variety of responsibilities, ranging from personal tasks to business administration.
Running errands
Scheduling appointments
Researching contractors & service providers
Booking travel arrangements
Managing calendars
Cost to hire a personal assistant in Manhattan with The Middle
Fees charged by a typical personal assistant agency in New York City are generally a commission of 10-20% of the personal assistant's annual salary. The Middle does not place salaried positions, and our fee aligns with placing part-time positions.
We will provide you with your candidate matches and schedule interviews for you free of charge. Once you have interviewed your candidates and are ready to hire your favorite, we charge a one-time placement fee of $750.
You pay your PA their wages directly. Candidates in Manhattan are typically looking for $30-50/hr.
Who Hires an Assistant with The Middle?
Small Business Owners
Consultants
Project Managers
Entrepreneurs
Philanthropists
Marketing Experts
Branding Creatives
Writers
Venture Capitalists
Tech Founders & Engineers
Film, TV & Media Executives
Artists
Interior Designers
Investment Bankers
Lawyers
Satisfied Clients
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"Gracie has a very keen sense of people's strengths, needs, and personalities that will mix."
Charles D.
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“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.
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“The EA we hired continues to be a phenomenal asset to our professional and personal lives. "
Robert D.
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“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.
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"I was able to find an excellent PA, who has now become essential to streamline and accelerate our work."
Maria D.
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"What a brilliant and efficient way to find a personal assistant. A service to find quality candidates looking for hourly work."
Private Client
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"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 Manhattan
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The Difference Between Part-Time and Full-Time Personal Assistants
Why a Part-Time Personal Assistant Might Be the Perfect Fit for Your Needs
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Maximize Your Day: How a Personal Assistant Can Streamline Your Schedule
The Benefits of Outsourcing Professional and Personal Tasks
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Creating a Comprehensive Job Description for Your Personal Assistant
A Guide To Finding Your Ideal Personal Assistant
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Why New York City & Los Angeles Are Perfect for Personal Assistants
Unique Reasons to Hire Personal Assistants in NYC & LA
FAQs
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You are able to interview as many candidates as you’d like. We’ll typically provide you with 3-6 candidate matches to start. You can interview everyone, only some, or no one. There is no obligation to hire anyone you interview, and we’ll be happy to schedule follow-ups or share more candidates if available until you feel confident and ready to hire!
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The Middle only places part-time positions (approximately 5-25 hours per week). This works best for busy professionals who do not have enough work for a full-time employee, but could use support throughout the week for all of the “little things” that keep life and work running smoothly.
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These positions are typically expected to be within 9am-6pm Monday-Friday. Our assistants are not on-call or expected to be available without at least 1 business days’ notice. Candidates from The Middle are comfortable with flexible schedules and variable hours each week.
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To begin, complete our Client Questionnaire describing your needs and personal preferences.
We will then share your best personal assistant matches, based on the information you have provided. When you’re ready to interview, simply provide your availability, and we’ll set up video interviews at your convenience.
After the video interviews, you choose your favorite personal assistant to hire. We’ll connect you directly with your hire and then you two will take it from there! We do not manage the employment or working relationship. Our services are to facilitate introductions to qualified, appropriate candidates.
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Generally, a personal assistant from The Middle can start working within a week of hire. If there are any constraints on their start date, this would be communicated during the interview process.
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The Middle focuses on part-time, long term positions so we do not set you up with a personal assistant for only a day. Working with a personal assistant on a regular basis provides you with trusted support for your daily life so you never find yourself panicked and looking for last-minute day-of support. Clients and candidates have an open line of communication and work together on flexible hours, supporting you how and when you need it.
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Our candidates are locals who understand the fast-paced nature of the city. Whether it’s navigating the subway to run errands or coordinating deliveries with your doorman, we help you hire a personal assistant in Manhattan who can handle it all.
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Our clients include investment bankers, software engineers, influencers, entrepreneurs, and lawyers, to name a few. If you are ready to hire a personal assistant in Manhattan, our candidates are prepared to support a fast-paced lifestyle with focus and organization.
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Our candidates can cover both home-based tasks and business admin. Your assistant might spend the morning organizing your travel itinerary and the afternoon researching a new interior designer for your apartment. Our personal assistants can provide seamless support across all areas of your life.
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While our assistants are looking for ongoing work, there are no strict minimums set by The Middle. We recommend discussing your expected weekly hours during the interview to ensure you and your candidate are on the same page.
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We suggest focusing on communication flow and proactivity. Get an understanding of how the candidate plans to provide support for the tasks you need. The best pairings are often with assistants who show a genuine interest in your world and can suggest solutions before a problem arises.
Hiring a Personal AssistantReasons People Typically Hire a Personal Assistant
Our clients typically hire a personal assistant to handle all of their life administration that they either don’t have time for or that takes time away from more important business or family responsibilities. Our clients hire a personal assistant to reclaim their time and achieve work-life balance.
Questions to Ask When Interviewing a Personal Assistant in Manhattan
We recommend connecting on expectations around availability and what working together would look like. You want to try to understand what will keep them invested. We have found that candidates who are interested in the client's world are more successful pairings.
Make sure to assess how communication flows with each candidate. Communication styles can vary so it's important that you have a baseline understanding of whether yours fits with theirs.
Qualities to Look For in a Manhattan Personal Assistant
We’ve done the hard part of screening candidates so you can assess candidate matches knowing we are confident in their ability to perform the job duties. In addition to relevant experience, we also focus on soft skills like communication, problem-solving, proactivity, and inherent attention to detail.
Other key skills we consider are:
Organizational Skills: Candidates who have the ability to manage multiple tasks and keep things running smoothly.
Time Management: Personal assistants who are skilled at working independently and completing tasks in a timely manner.
Tech Savvy: Candidates who are comfortable with technology, computer software, and apps.
Flexibility and Adaptability: Personal Assistants who can adapt to changing priorities and handle unexpected situations with ease.
Problem-Solving Skills: Candidates who can think independently and find solutions to challenges.
Relevant Experience: Experience in a similar role is beneficial because it demonstrates a familiarity with the responsibilities.
Administrative Skills: Experience in administrative tasks, such as managing calendars, scheduling appointments, handling emails, and organizing files.