Job Title: Personal Assistant – Work from Home (Sri Lanka)
Company: Xcova
Introduction to Xcova:
Xcova was established in 2008 in London, UK, to provide offshore legal and business support services to Smart Legal (www.smartlegal.co.uk), a London-based conveyancing firm. Xcova delivers high-quality legal, administrative, IT, and client service support to UK law firms, combining efficiency, professionalism, and attention to detail. We are now expanding our Sri Lankan operations and are seeking a Personal Assistant (PA) to support the Managing Director and his family. This is a work-from-home position requiring exceptional organisation, communication, and initiative.
Position: Personal Assistant (PA)
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday, UK hours (8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.) Occasional flexibility may be required.
Work-from-home role.
Key Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will assist the Managing Director with both professional and personal matters, including those of his wife and child. Tasks will include:
Professional Support:
- Managing emails, calendars, and appointments.
- Conducting online research and preparing summaries or reports.
- Liaising with team members and external contacts.
- Preparing documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.
- Assisting with travel bookings, visa arrangements, and scheduling.
- Monitoring and following up on tasks and deadlines.
Personal Support:
- Coordinating personal appointments and family-related matters.
- Researching products, schools, travel options, and other personal needs.
- Managing household or family-related logistics remotely.
- Maintaining highest level of confidentiality at all times.
Prerequisites:
- Excellent written and spoken English.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong IT literacy – proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Excellent internet research and online collaboration skills.
- Highly organised, self-motivated, and proactive.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Own laptop/PC, fast broadband, smartphone, and quiet workspace.
Qualifications and Experience:
- No degree required.
- Prior experience as a PA, executive assistant, or in an administrative support is advantageous.
- Strong research ability and good common sense are essential.
Remuneration:
- Salary: LKR 120,000 per calendar month.
- Paid monthly in arrears.
- Opportunity for long-term employment.
Application:
If you are interested in this role, please email your CV to mahinanp@smartlegal.co.uk with the subject line “PA – Sri Lanka.”
