If you’re still looking for the prime location for your summer celebration, look no further. Charterhouse Square, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Farringdon, is now available for exclusive summer events for up to 400 guests. Managed by Smart Parties, this picturesque venue seamlessly blends rich heritage, timeless elegance, and modern amenities—making it […]

We are excited to invite event professionals, EAs and PAs sourcing venues to the London Venues Summit 2025 taking place at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms. Do add July 7th in your calendar as you won’t want to miss this opportunity to connect and learn what top London Venues have to offer at this free […]

Let’s be honest, how many times have you been asked, “So, what do you actually do?” and how many times have you struggled to give an answer that truly reflects the breadth and complexity of your role? Emily Mills, Director at Lily Shippen and eavolve talks about why articulating our role as EA & PA […]

Gen Z’s approach to work has been widely debated, with their boundaries on time off and out-of-hours emails often seen as either a sign of laziness or a smart work-life balance. But the reality is much darker—many young employees are struggling at work, mainly the burnt out Gen Z, and it’s taking a serious toll […]

Feeling nervous* before an interview? You’re not alone! The good news is that confidence isn’t something you either have or don’t have—it’s something you can build. Lindsay Taylor, Founder and Director at Your Excellency Limited discusses how these simple but powerful techniques can help boost your confidence before an interview, so you can feel self-assured […]

Native Places opened its King’s Wardrobe aparthotel, their sixth UK property in one of London’s most historic locations, St Paul’s. PA Life Club members joined the celebrations at the fantastic launch party… The evening kicked off with a tour and drinks at Native Bankside, just south of the river from St Paul’s. The Bankside has […]

PA Life was excited to have Quatreus as a stand partner at the PA Show Spring 2025 that took place at Excel London 26-27 February. Here’s a rundown of the experience and key takeaways from the team behind exceptional events delivered sustainably… Experience | Could you just…? We’ve just returned from the PA Show with […]

Spring has arrived, the days are getting longer, and the first warm rays of sunshine are breaking through. Summer is just around the corner, making it the perfect time to start planning your work party. You want something fun, a little different, and packed with great food and drinks. Enter Swingers West End – the […]

PA Life Club returned to Wotton House, to experience our second FAM Trip at this stunning country house hotel in Dorking, Surrey.   A group of 11 of our Club members arrived just after noon on March 7th to spend the day and one night, taking in the best of the hospitality and gorgeous surroundings of […]

PA Life Club has been at the core of the UK PA Community for over 12 years and continues to thrive and grow its membership. Exclusive invitations to our FAM Trips are one of the greatest  Club member benefits. However there are certain ‘Do’s and Don’ts’ with our events – please see below what to […]

PA Life’s intern Lilly Gentner, a journalism student, is excited to bring you an exclusive with Jill Stein as part of our Inspiring Women interviews. Jill is the co-founder with then husband Rick Stein of The Seafood Restaurant that opened in Padstow in 1975. Jill has been, and remains, pivotal in the success and growth […]

PA Life and our Club members enjoyed an exceptional evening at The HAC, one of the 51 members who are part of the Venues of Excellence collection of independent venue partners.  Venues of Excellence (VOE) put on a fantastic showcase event for PA Life on March 5th, together with 18 of their member venues. Over […]

PA Life continues to cover International Women’s Day, throughout March – Women’s History Month – that was celebrated on 8 March with the theme ‘Accelerate Action’. Elizabeth Samuel, Deputy Regional Head, Europe at VFS Global shares her insights with us: “We are excited to witness how we are all making making impressive leaps forward in […]

In PA Life Spring 2025 issue‘s Ask Abi column, Abigail Jones, a career EA, coach and mentor answers burning questions relating to the Assistants’ careers and roles sent to us by our readers. As a coach to EA’s and PA’s, the topic Abi is asked most about is how to start a job hunt, what […]

PA Life is celebrating International Women’s Day this month by putting the spotlight on successful women in business and saluting their achievements. Lilly Gentner, our journalism student intern spoke to Ervina Kiezaite, who has just been appointed as the new National Sales Manager for Conferences & Events at Butlin’s. Ervina has over 12 years’ experience […]

There are five essential details all users of generative AI should know say the experts at AIPRM – experts at enabling users to get more out of platforms like ChatGPT. Therefore, it’s important to stop before you use DeepSeek, the powerful and free AI app… Before you use DeepSeek – understanding the benefits and risks […]

PA Life’s intern Lilly Gentner talked to Jacqui McMillan, General Manager of the Novotel London Canary Wharf, including its award-winning restaurant and bar, Bokan 37 and Bokan 38. This interview with Jacquie is part of our International Women’s Day series of women leaders in hospitality as well as other industries. Jacqui has had an amazing […]

PA Life is celebrating the achievements of women from different walks of life in our series of interviews to mark International Women’s Day on March 8th. The first inspiring women to be quizzed is Rochelle Cohen, Managing Director & Founder, Roche Communications, a PR and marketing agency for hospitality and food and drinks brands. We […]