Job Description
Job Summary: We’re looking for a reliable, hands-on Personal Assistant to support the owner of a busy pet care business with day-to-day tasks that keep life and operations running smoothly.
This is a
highly active, in-person role focused primarily on
running errands, coordinating appointments, and handling real-world tasks . If you enjoy being out and about, staying organized, and getting things done efficiently, this could be a great fit.
This position supports both
personal and business needs , so flexibility, trustworthiness, and strong follow-through are essential. Bonus: you’ll spend your time around dogs and cats!
This role is best suited for someone who prefers being on the go rather than sitting at a desk.
What You’ll Do: - Run local errands (pickups, returns, deliveries, shipping packages)
- Coordinate and attend appointments (veterinary visits, contractors, repairs, maintenance)
- Make phone calls to schedule services and follow up with vendors
- Pick up supplies, orders, and materials for both home and business needs
- Deliver documents and assist with basic property-related tasks
- Help organize spaces, supplies, vehicles, and materials as needed
- Assist with light administrative tasks (emails, simple documents, occasional computer work)
- Support small projects and day-to-day needs that arise
What This Role Is: - Active and hands-on (you’ll be on the move much of the day)
- A mix of personal and business support
- Ideal for someone who enjoys variety and taking initiative
What This Role Is Not: - A fully remote or desk-based position
- Limited to one type of task—this role changes daily
Qualifications: - 3–5 years in a personal assistant, administrative, or similar support role preferred
- Highly dependable and organized
- Comfortable making phone calls and coordinating with different people
- Strong follow-through and attention to detail
- Self-starter who can work independently and anticipate needs
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
- Must be local to the Lothian area
- Must love animals and be comfortable around dogs and cats
Schedule: - Part-time: 2–3 days per week
- Hours may vary based on needs (some flexibility required)
Compensation & Benefits: - Competitive hourly pay (based on experience)
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Pet care discounts
- Supportive, casual work environment
A Day in the Life: You might start your day by checking in with the owner to review priorities—confirming a contractor appointment, scheduling a vet visit, and planning your errands for the day.
From there, you could head out to pick up supplies, drop off packages, and make a return. In between stops, you may make a few phone calls to coordinate services or confirm appointments.
Later in the day, you might meet a contractor, help organize supplies, or handle a quick administrative task like sending an email or updating a simple document.
Each day is different, but your role is always the same:
take care of the details so everything runs smoothly. How
Job Tags
Part time, For contractors, Casual work, Local area, Remote work, Flexible hours, 2 days per week, 3 days per week