Lifestyle Assistant

Company Overview

Established in 2014 by Jerome Jacques Marie Mage, Jacques Marie Mage is a Los Angeles-based brand specializing in the limited production of luxury eyewear. Their collections utilize rare materials, vivid colors, and unique geometric shapes, drawing inspiration from notable historical figures, artistic movements, and significant world events. The company is dedicated to ethical sourcing and environmentally respectful production.

Role Summary

We seek an exceptionally organized and proactive Lifestyle Assistant to provide direct support to our Founder. This hybrid role requires managing both personal and professional aspects, ensuring seamless execution of daily operations. The ideal individual will have strong skills in scheduling, communication, and logistics, combined with an awareness of fashion and luxury markets. Acting as a trusted aide, this person will keep the Founder updated on industry trends and events while handling tasks with discretion and efficiency.

Primary Responsibilities

• Efficiently manage and optimize the Founder’s calendar, coordinating meetings, travel plans, and personal appointments.
• Manage all communication on behalf of the Founder, including emails and phone calls, prioritizing urgent matters and ensuring prompt and professional replies.
• Arrange comprehensive domestic and international travel logistics such as flights, accommodations, and local transport.
• Provide concierge services by handling personal errands and scheduling appointments as necessary.
• Maintain awareness of important deadlines, events, and actionable items to prevent oversights.
• Organize and maintain personal and business documents for easy access and retrieval.

Fashion and Industry Insight

• Keep current with emerging fashion trends, luxury brands, and significant events to furnish the Founder with relevant updates.
• Curate and suggest luxury experiences tailored to the Founder’s tastes.
• Track invitations to exclusive industry events, such as fashion shows and product launches, and inform the Founder accordingly.

Candidate Requirements

• A minimum of six years’ experience as a personal or executive assistant or lifestyle manager, ideally within luxury or fashion industries.
• Strong interest and understanding of the fashion and luxury sectors, including knowledge of trends, prominent brands, and key industry events.
• Exceptional organizational aptitude capable of juggling multiple priorities accurately.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
• Proficient with office software like Google Suite and Microsoft Office, adaptable to new technological tools.
• Highly flexible, dependable, and able to anticipate and react to shifting demands and priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to protect sensitive information with discretion.
• Comfortable around dogs and must hold a valid driver’s license.

Commitment to Equality

Jacques Marie Mage champions diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where every employee can thrive. We emphasize meaningful strategies that support an inclusive and equitable workforce.

Employee Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision plans, covering up to 100% employer contribution with Flexible Spending Account options.
• 401(k) retirement plan featuring a 4% company match after 90 days of employment.
• Company-paid life insurance and optional long-term disability coverages.
• Exclusive discounts and seasonal product allowances on eyewear.
• Access to a 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• Additional perks including pet, auto, and home insurance, commuter benefits, and identity theft protection.
• Generous paid time off for major holidays, personal birthdays, vacations, sick leave, and a winter break.
• Opportunities to participate in community volunteer work through the company’s stewardship initiatives.