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Personal Assistant to GM
Role summary
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The Personal Assistant to the General Manager supports the hotel’s senior leader with daily administration, calendar management, correspondence, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, reports and confidential information. The role typically requires strong organization, communication and time-management skills, excellent English, proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to prioritize competing deadlines. Previous experience in hotel administration, executive assistance or a related hospitality role is preferred. The successful candidate is expected to be discreet, professional, detail-oriented and proactive, with a service-minded approach. They should be comfortable coordinating with department heads, guests, suppliers and corporate contacts, handling sensitive matters responsibly and representing the General Manager and hotel positively.
Can I work in Phuket?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Non-B visa and an online work permit; employers need 4 Thai staff per foreigner.
Watch for: Massage, beauty and guiding jobs are reserved for Thais.
Official source: Board of Investment One Stop Service: visas and work permits. Checked October 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Phuket
Usual for Phuket, varies by employer. Checked October 2026.
| Housing | Dorms at some resorts; an allowance for senior staff |
|---|---|
| Meals | Staff canteen |
| Flights | Senior packages only |
| Service charge | Shared evenly; 5-star high season THB 30,000 to 40,000 a month, about half in low season |
| Contract | 1 to 2 years; probation often 119 days |
| Leave | 6 days |
| Income tax | 0% to 35% |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
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Working in Phuket
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About Hilton
Hilton is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of hotels and resorts operating under brands such as Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf Astoria, Conrad, DoubleTree by Hilton and others. Founded in 1919, the company serves leisure and business travelers across many countries and is known for professional service, international training opportunities and established hospitality standards. Hilton properties typically emphasize guest satisfaction, teamwork, integrity and career development through the company’s workplace culture and learning programs. In Phuket, Hilton operates resort and hotel properties serving holidaymakers, families, meetings and international visitors. Employees generally work in a multicultural environment and collaborate across front office, food and beverage, housekeeping, finance, sales and management teams. Benefits and conditions vary by property, position and local employment policies.