{"id":1210100,"date":"2025-07-18T13:39:16","date_gmt":"2025-07-18T12:39:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tiger-recruitment.com\/?p=1210100"},"modified":"2025-07-25T16:48:50","modified_gmt":"2025-07-25T15:48:50","slug":"how-much-does-it-cost-to-hire-a-personal-assistant-in-the-uk-a-complete-employers-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tiger-recruitment.com\/business-support\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-hire-a-personal-assistant-in-the-uk-a-complete-employers-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Personal Assistant in the UK? A Complete Employer\u2019s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you&#8217;re hiring for your business or private household, this article will help you make an informed, cost-effective decision. In this guide, we&#8217;ll break down:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The typical PA salary bands<\/li>\n<li>The factors that influence PA costs, such as location, experience, and scope of duties<\/li>\n<li>What to include in a job description to attract the right talent<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019re thinking about hiring a personal assistant (PA) to help streamline your work schedule and relieve you of daily tasks, you may be wondering how much it costs to hire a personal assistant in the UK?<\/p>\n<p>To learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/tiger-recruitment.com\/business-support\/what-is-a-personal-assistant\/\">what a personal assistant is,<\/a> read our guide.<\/p>\n<h2>Average Cost to Hire a Personal Assistant in the UK<\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: left;\" width=\"208\">Type of Personal Assistant<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: left;\" width=\"208\">Average Hourly Rate<\/td>\n<td width=\"208\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Average Annual Salary<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"208\">Entry Level PA (0-2 years)<\/td>\n<td width=\"208\">\u00a314-\u00a320<\/td>\n<td width=\"208\">\u00a328,000-\u00a340,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"208\">Experienced PA (3-5 years)<\/td>\n<td width=\"208\">\u00a320-\u00a330<\/td>\n<td width=\"208\">\u00a340,000-\u00a360,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"208\">Executive Assistant or High-Level PA<\/td>\n<td width=\"208\">\u00a325-\u00a335+<\/td>\n<td width=\"208\">\u00a350,000-\u00a375,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"208\">Virtual Assistant (Freelance\/Remote)<\/td>\n<td width=\"208\">\u00a320-\u00a335+<\/td>\n<td width=\"208\">Varies based on contract<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Source: Tiger Recruitment <a href=\"https:\/\/tiger-recruitment.com\/employers-and-hiring-practice\/tiger-recruitment-salary-and-benefits-review\/\">2025 Salary &amp; Benefits Review<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Note: Salaries in London and other major cities may be higher due to living and travel costs.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to <a href=\"https:\/\/tiger-recruitment.com\/looking-to-recruit\/personal-assistant-recruitment\/\">hire a personal assistant<\/a>, we can connect you with outstanding candidates.<\/p>\n<h2>Key Factors That Influence Salary<\/h2>\n<h3>1. Location<\/h3>\n<p>When it comes to hiring in major cities in the UK, this often equates to higher salary costs due to the increased costs of living and greater competition for top talent.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Experience Level<\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s not unusual that the more experience someone has, the higher their salary expectations. If you\u2019re hiring a personal assistant with many years of experience for a demanding role, you should expect to pay a top salary.<\/p>\n<p>A PA with more experience will likely hit the ground running without the need for much training. If you\u2019re expecting more support outside of the 9-5, PA\u2019s on a higher salaries will be more willing to work a surplus of hours.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Duties and Scope<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to hire a PA responsible for <a href=\"https:\/\/tiger-recruitment.com\/workplace-insights\/responsibilities-of-a-high-profile-personal-assistant\/\">tasks outside a PA\u2019s usual scope<\/a>, such as booking travel or running personal errands, you should expect to pay a higher salary. Ensure you include the expectations of your future PA in the job description, or learn about the <a href=\"https:\/\/tiger-recruitment.com\/business-support\/different-types-of-personal-assistants\/\">different types of PAs<\/a> to understand what to look for.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Full-Time, Part-Time, or Freelance<\/h3>\n<p>The cost of hiring a PA will also depend on the contract type. A full-time or part-time PA will expect benefits such as an annual leave allowance, pension payments, or parental support. These are all important investments if you\u2019re looking to retain long-term staff. If you don\u2019t need a full-time PA, freelance or virtual assistants are a lower-cost alternative.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe often advise clients that the cost of hiring the right PA is an investment, not a cost,\u201d says Cai Pike, an Associate Director at Tiger Recruitment. To hear directly from our consultants on the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C9K4_bbIKjY\/?hl=en\">key factors that influence a PA salary<\/a><\/strong>, visit Instagram.<\/p>\n<h2>What Should You Include in a Job Profile?<\/h2>\n<p>When looking to hire a PA, it\u2019s essential to ensure the job description fully outlines everything you\u2019re looking for in a personal assistant. Read our complete guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/tiger-recruitment.com\/pa-job-description-template\/\">how to write a job description for a personal assistant<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Job title<\/h3>\n<p>Before choosing a job title, you need to understand whether you\u2019re looking for a personal assistant, executive assistant, or private PA by learning <a href=\"https:\/\/tiger-recruitment.com\/business-support\/personal-assistant-vs-executive-assistant\/\">the key differences<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Location<\/h3>\n<p>Your job description should clearly outline the location of the role, specifying whether it is in the office, hybrid, or remote. If there is an expectation to travel, it\u2019s vital to disclose this at the earliest stage of the recruitment process.<\/p>\n<h3>Salary range<\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s beneficial to include a salary in the job description for both parties. This will ensure applications are more closely matched to your expectations, and there\u2019s no time wasted if it\u2019s not disclosed until later. If you\u2019re unsure of the salary, a recruiter should be able to advise you, or you can refer to our latest <a href=\"https:\/\/tiger-recruitment.com\/salary-benefits-review\/\">Salary and Benefits Review<\/a> for industry-specific averages.<\/p>\n<h3>Working hours<\/h3>\n<p>Working hours should be included in the job description as this will highlight whether the role is to be full-time, part-time, or flexible. Additionally, if candidates have additional commitments, such as children to care for, it\u2019s important to disclose the hours of the day they\u2019re expected to be online or in the office.<\/p>\n<h3>Duties<\/h3>\n<p>You should include the day-to-day duties required and everything they are expected to be involved in. This should be tailored to your specific needs, rather than a generic outline.<\/p>\n<h3>Required experience<\/h3>\n<p>Depending on the responsibilities and pace of the job, it\u2019s normal to expect prior experience. The number of years of experience is dependent on how much training you\u2019re prepared to offer. For example, if you\u2019re looking for a highly proficient PA who will be ready to go from day one, ensure you list 10+ years of experience under requirements. In addition, make sure to list out specific areas they need to be experienced in e.g. travel, administration or diary management.<\/p>\n<h3>Benefits<\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s important to include the benefits that come with the role. This could include bonuses, pension and training opportunities. Sometimes, top applicants will compromise on salary if there are additional bonuses that they value more.<\/p>\n<h2>Looking to Hire a PA?<\/h2>\n<p>Tiger Recruitment offers tailored solutions to help you <a href=\"https:\/\/tiger-recruitment.com\/looking-to-recruit\/personal-assistant-recruitment\/\">hire a personal assistant<\/a> for business or your private household.<\/p>\n<p><em>&#8220;Tiger Recruitment helped us find a highly experienced EA for our executive team. The process was efficient, consultative, and tailored to our business needs. We were impressed by the quality of candidates and the speed of delivery.&#8221; \u2013 Global Investment Firm (London)<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you&#8217;re hiring for your business or private household, this article will help you make an informed, cost-effective decision. 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