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Personal Assistant Services in Orange County
At The Middle, we make finding the right personal assistant in Orange County straightforward and stress-free. We match busy professionals and households with carefully screened part-time assistants for errands, scheduling, admin work, and daily coordination so your life runs smoothly while you stay focused on what matters most.
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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 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!
Tasks A Personal Assistant in Orange County Can Take Off Your Plate
A personal assistant in Orange County 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 don’t have time for, or would just rather not do, 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.
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Running errands and returning packages
Keeping the kitchen stocked and the house supplies up
Scheduling appointments (doctor, vet, handyman, et al)
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
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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
General life admin
Cost to Hire a Personal Assistant in Orange County
A traditional personal assistant agency in Orange County will usually charge 10–20% of a personal assistant’s annual salary. If a personal assistant is earning $70,000 a year, that could mean a $14,000 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 a personal assistant 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
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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 California
south bayAreas We Serve in New York
Areas We Serve in Illinois
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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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Part‑time Orange County personal assistants earn around $30-$40/hr, with highly experienced personal assistants and estate managers earning $50+/hr. Hourly pay doesn’t just vary by location, but is also based on a personal assistant’s experience and responsibilities.
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When you plan to hire a part‑time personal assistant in Orange County, it’s a good idea to establish a transparent reimbursement policy for work‑related travel expenses like parking, mileage, and toll fees. Many employers use the IRS standard mileage rate to ensure assistants are compensated for driving, and require personal assistants to provide receipts, then reimburse them for parking and tolls.
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California has enacted a law that prevents temporary agencies from completing background checks on candidates who aren’t their direct employees until an offer of employment is made by the client. Because the personal assistant candidates at the Middle are not our employees, we can’t legally perform a background check. Clients who decide to hire a specific personal assistant can complete a background check on the candidate they choose at their discretion.
Non-disclosure agreements, also called NDAs, are fairly standard safeguards requested by clients in the Orange County area. The Middle does not facilitate employment contracts, but clients are able to request a signed NDA directly from their assistant.
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Mileage for commuting to/from your personal assistant’s home to yours is not eligible for reimbursement. For tasks done on the job, like running errands, consider shifting the work of your personal assistant to remote tasks during peak traffic hours. If traffic is heavy, they can manage emails, scheduling, or online research from home. This approach means you’re saving money by not paying for unproductive driving time, but they’re still working and earning.
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Orange County and the surrounding area traffic patterns can use up your personal assistant’s valuable time, so it's important to separate their in-person responsibilities from duties that can be handled remotely. Tasks that involve direct interaction and oversight, like attending appointments, handling returns, or supervising vendors, should be in-person responsibilities. Others, like managing correspondence, scheduling, and online shopping, can be easily done remotely. If you structure a personal assistant’s schedule this way, you will save money and maximize their productivity, without having them waste time while commuting.
Hiring a Personal AssistantHow You Know You Need a Personal Assistant in Orange County
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 balancing a demanding job, managing a busy household, or simply need a bit more breathing room in your day, a PA can help take the pressure off.
You don’t need to be a CEO or celebrity to benefit, either. Our Orange County clients include parents, entrepreneurs, creatives, business owners, and everyday people who just want their time back.
Here are a few signs working with our personal assistant agency might be the right move:
Your to-do list keeps growing no matter how hard you work
You’re spending time on tasks that could be delegated (errands, scheduling, inbox cleanup, follow-ups)
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
We know you need support, but also know you don’t necessarily need it full time. The Middle exclusively places part-time roles because we know that even a few hours of support each week can make a noticeable difference.
Experience To Look For in a Part-Time Personal Assistant in Orange County
When hiring a part-time personal assistant in Orange County, it’s important to consider both practical experience and interpersonal qualities to ensure a smooth and successful working relationship. At The Middle, we carefully identify candidates whose experience aligns with your needs and who demonstrate the soft skills essential to personal assistant roles.
Key Skills and Experience
Organizational Abilities: Managing calendars, coordinating appointments, and keeping tasks on track
Time Management: Prioritizing efficiently and handling multiple responsibilities with ease
Problem-Solving Skills: Anticipating challenges and proactively finding solutions
Strong Communication: Clear, timely communication
Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with tools like Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and task management apps
Interpersonal Qualities
Reliability: Consistency and dependability are critical for ongoing support
Flexibility: Part-time needs can shift week to week, so adaptability matters
Discretion: Trustworthiness is essential when handling personal or sensitive information
Proactivity: Assistants who take initiative add value by addressing needs before they’re asked.
The Middle pre-screens every candidate to ensure they meet these standards and align with your specific requirements. During interviews, we encourage discussing expectations openly to ensure the assistant’s experience and working style are the right fit.
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 simple and straightforward. We’ve designed our process to save you time from day one.
Tell us what you need
Fill out our Client Questionnaire, a quick and helpful description so we can 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.
We send you handpicked candidates
Based on your responses, we’ll match you with a curated list of qualified personal assistants who fit your needs.
Meet your favorites
Let us handle the scheduling and set up interviews so you can get to know each candidate and see who feels like the right fit.
Select your 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 personal assistants in Orange County charge between $30–$40/hour depending on experience.