Personal Assistant

As a Personal Assistant at Foster + Partners, you will be a trusted partner to Senior Partners and project teams, playing a vital role in keeping the studio running smoothly. This is a fast‑paced, people‑facing position where your organisation, judgement and discretion will be valued every day. You’ll be at the heart of a creative environment, managing priorities, solving problems and enabling senior stakeholders to focus on design leadership.

This role is perfect for you if you want to...

• Be a key point of support to Senior Partners in a world‑leading architectural studio
• Take ownership of diaries, meetings and complex travel with confidence and autonomy
• Work in a varied role where no two days are the same
• Build strong relationships across teams and departments
• Use initiative and sound judgement to stay one step ahead
• Thrive in a dynamic, professional and creative environment

What you'll bring to the studio:

• Proactive diary management and confident gatekeeping for senior stakeholders
• Seamless coordination of meetings, events and presentations
• Clear, professional communication on behalf of senior leaders
• Efficient handling of correspondence, expenses and documentation
• Thoughtful follow‑up and anticipation of next steps
• Discretion and calm under pressure when priorities shift

Qualifications and skills

• Proven experience supporting senior leaders in a PA or similar role
• Strong background in complex diary and international travel management
• Excellent written and spoken English
• High proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Outstanding organisational skills and attention to detail
• Professional manner with confidence, tact and discretion