14 International jobs available:

Ireland – County Tipperary (5 months), Caribbean (5 Months), European travel (2 months)
Technologically minded Butler / Valet with travel

This is a wonderful role for a traditional butler to join a team of four butlers. You will need to have first class table, F&B service and front of house skills and know how to take care of the cellar, fine glassware and china and objects d’art.

Candidates must have a superb personality and the ability to get on with existing members of long-term Staff. You will ideally have formal house experience and/or a butler training diploma.

This is not a management position, but for a butler with a totally hands-on approach and who has a great eye for detail, whilst at the same time being a team player and one who has a warm and friendly manner.

You will need to be technically minded and able to deal with high-tech systems including iPad’s, computers, smart phones, sophisticated phones, Sky boxes, Sling box and general computer systems etc. Ideally you will have a passion for these things and an in-depth knowledge of all functions and addition benefits of highly automated homes.

The vacancy includes travel from early December through to April, where you will be employed in the owners’ other home in the Caribbean. There will also be additional travel to Europe, so freedom to travel is essential.

Full staff, all very long-term are employed in both households by these charming clients.

Candidates are required to be completely computer-literate, have a clean current driving license and a long-term work record in a similar role with excellent references is essential.

Salary negotiable based on experience. Accommodation provided (with another butler) 2/3-bedroom house on the estate, where your family are welcome to visit. Team rota of working covering 2 shifts 06.30am to 3.00pm and 3.00pm to close of house. One full day off per week. ON HOLD

Travelling Personal Assistant
Fluent English and German, French a plus

A newly created position with a lovely long-term Hutchinson’s client.  Fluent English and German and ideally conversational French.  You will be based between Jeddah, London, Cannes, New York and on-board their private yacht.   Excellent accommodation is available within all the residences with super facilities and on-board the yacht.  You will be mainly working with the lady of the house, assisting her in all aspects, including organising appointments, making arrangements for events and parties, organising travel.  It is essential that you have excellent organisational skills and are flexible, adaptable, and self-sufficient.  Excellent computer skills required.  Previous private PA experience required essential. Longevity in previous roles, minimum of 5 years.   Negotiable salary based on experience.  (HU3542)  ON HOLD 

Residential Housekeeper 

Energetic, proactive, well organised, self sufficient, experienced Housekeeper to assist with the day to day management and running of a large family home in South Dublin suburbs. There are 2 dogs and grown up children who visit regularly. The average working day will be 10am to 6pm but with flexibility as needed. Working closely with the house manager.

Duties will include but not limited to:

• Ensuring the overall housekeeping function and smooth running of a busy household on a daily basis with responsibility for supervision of 2 cleaners. You will organise rota’s – arrange holiday cover and keep records.
• Running personal errands and shopping for the family, as requested.
• Ordering household items, as required.
• Overseeing weekly flowers; daily maintenance of the flowers.
• Coordinating with external suppliers such as dry cleaning/ Linen ironing service.
• Ensuring all aspects of the house are in order; cleaned to a high standard and all rooms presented and comfortable.

This is a hands on position with detailed cleaning, washing and ironing involved:

• Feel comfortable dealing with specialist fabrics and surfaces
• Packing and unpacking for travelling, as requested.
• To be responsible for the family’s wardrobe maintenance and organisation.

This is a very busy, relaxed and friendly household, but with high standards. This position is suitable for a flexible and dedicated person who is well organised and pro active, it may be necessary on occasion for you to travel to other homes ahead of the family both in Europe.  Driving licence essential.

Salary negotiable depending on previous experience-2 bedroom separate apartment approx. 10 min walk away from the main house, use of a car for work duties and 2 days off per week. Strictly Non Smokers and sorry no pets.  (HU2257)  

COUNTY DUBLIN - SOUTHERN IRELAND HOUSEHOLD MANAGER RESIDENTIAL POST FOR AN ENERGETIC, PROACTIVE HOUSEHOLD MANAGER capable of INFORMAL BUTLER/FRONT OF HOUSE duties

Long Term Hutchinson’s client is looking for a top-notch household manager, able to undertake informal table and beverage service and who has excellent front of house skills.  This is for a family with three grown up children. The residence is approx.40 mins from Central Dublin in a beautiful location and there are other homes in South of France, two homes in the USA, (New York and L.A.) so essential that you have freedom to travel occasionally.

You will need to be able to take on the total running of the main residence, (with occasional travel to the overseas homes.)  The main residence is however the priority and you will be managing all aspects of the household staff, dealing with rotas, inventory and stock control, undertaking household accounts and ensuring that the  travelling Head Housekeeper is well prepared to go ahead of the family, to ensure that each home is prepared in readiness for their arrival.  Each property is staffed; however, you will need to have a broad knowledge in all aspects of running HNW homes and undertake a range of personal assistant duties.

Responsible for household and project management in multiple locations across continents

• Recruiting, training and supervision of the household employees, creating operation manuals
• Research and negotiation with vendors, contractors, maintenance providers.
• Creating data base systems for each property and extensive, detailed photographic inventories.
• Diary, travel management and event planning.
• Sourcing and setting up of residences for high end rentals.

You will undertake local shopping for the households, occasional driving for the general day to day running of the home(s) is essential.  

Specific Responsibilities:  you must be well organised, self-sufficient and duties will include but not be limited to:

• Ensuring the overall smooth running of a busy household on a daily basis, with responsibility for the training and supervision of domestic staff, including full-time Head Housekeeper, Housekeeper, Daily Cleaner and a part time Laundress.
• Ensuring food, groceries and medication levels in house are maintained, as per a detailed schedule/ Inventory supplies.
• Running personal errands and shopping for the family, as requested.
• Ordering household items, as required
• Overseeing weekly flower orders.
• Coordinating with external suppliers such as dry cleaning/ Linen ironing service, butcher and drinks.
• Ensuring all aspects of the house are in order; arranging contractors to undertake household maintenance as necessary.
• Coordinating travel arrangements and preparation for travel to other international properties.
• Compilation of records, maintenance and updating of household manual and Inventories. 
• Effectively managing household accounts. Credit card / Petty cash.

This is a relaxed household, but with very high standards and you will be required to ensure the Owner and family have any equipment they require at all times, and that it is ready for use. Ensure all Guests visiting have all of their requirements met. This includes informal Front of House duties, training of junior staff and fulfilling any ad hoc requests from the Owner, Family and Guests or Estate Manager.

SALARY NEGOTIABLE-circa £60-65,000 gross, depending on previous experience. Separate 2-bedroom apartment provided, sorry no pets, though partner following own occupation is welcome. Strictly Non-Smoker with excellent references essential.  Driving license essential (HU3356)  ON HOLD 

Nanny / Governess
Doha, Qatar
Fluent English and French Required

An experienced governess/nanny is required to work with three children, two girls ages 8 and 10 and one boy, who is 1 years old.   The children’s duties and requirements as well as timetables will differ thus there must be a good level of flexibility to assist with the range of needs.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct and supervise the children’s nannies on their daily duties and the children’s needs.
• Liaise with the children’s tutors and school staff to ensure the children’s progress is being fully tracked and work with tutors to identify children’s strengths and weaknesses and encourage them in the correct areas.
• Oversee and guide upcoming college preparation and applications.
• Ensure that the children’s timekeeping and timetables are all extremely organised, that they go to the correct subjects on time and that their extra-curricular activities and homework are well organised.
• Help the children with their homework which will include languages (French, English and others as directed by the Principal), Mathematics and other staple subjects (and as directed by the Principal).
• To make sure the children go to bed / wake up on time and that they have consistency and a good feeling of structure and security in their daily routine whilst being flexible.
• Manage the children’s health including attending doctor visits, dispensing medication, and keeping the medicines organised and well stocked.
• Liaise with security staff/ drivers and other relevant staff members when necessary, for example, children travel arrangements, to ensure all their needs are being met.
• When traveling with the children, you are required to travel with them and take care of their clothing, entertainment and organising their timetables etc. This will include some laundress duties and wardrobe organisation.
• When traveling, to prepare in advance cultural and entertainment activities in the relevant cities and destinations. To be resourceful and imaginative.
• Ensure the children are dressed appropriately / help them prepare for different and some special occasions.
• Be resourceful when keeping the children entertained, to be creative with games and entertainment.
• To encourage outdoor play and physical sport activities.
• To build on their baking and cooking skills.
• To positively encourage creativity, to think outside the norm, feed imagination.
• Be imaginative and creative. Take the children outdoors to play very regularly and take them swimming regularly. They enjoy doing art, science, and cooking amongst other activities.
• Travel may include staying on a boat for long periods of time which will require you to be strategic in keeping them creatively active / occupied and happy.
• Encourage responsible care for and play with their three Chihuahua dogs, including during travel at times. The governess shall take full responsibility of the Chihuahuas but with assistance in managing their daily needs.
• To ensure all stationary supplies as required by the children are checked, well stocked, in good order.
• Wardrobe management is required.
• Administrative duties and photo/data management is required.
• Order and purchase stationary supplies, educational games and activities, and other general supplies as needed, and maintain cash flow logs.
• Ensure the children’s dietary requirements are catered for / being adhered to. This will require liaising with catering staff and if required to cook for them/ provide them with nutritional meals.
• To be fully aware at all times of allergies or special requirements.

QUALITIES

• To be warm, open, emotive, and caring towards the children.
• Their well-being is the ultimate priority at all times.
• To be confident, calm, and clear thinking under pressure (ex. In medical emergency situations)
• To be imaginative, resourceful, playful, and creative.
• Well-organised and able to balance competing priorities
• An interest in and knowledge of safely doing arts and crafts, painting, cooking / baking and interesting, developmentally appropriate science experiments.
• To be interested in and encourage sporty, active, and outdoorsy pursuits.
• To lead by example, be a good role model for the children, set firm boundaries but be kind at the same time. This includes encouraging a strong work ethic and placing importance upon education and their progress.
• Be adaptable to different situations, places, and scenarios.
• Well-travelled and confident navigating a variety of locations with young children

Requirements:

• CRB / DBS checked
• Full clean driving licence
• First Aid knowledge/ training/ certificate
• Non-smoker
• Full medical review required
• High level of Education (experience in a children’s educational setting)
• Fluent French to assist with primary school French, liaise with French school, attend meetings
• Musical theory knowledge to assist with elementary piano practice
• Strong swimmer
• No motion sickness
• Comfortable dealing with children/ young adults of all age ranges from 1 to 20.
• Comfortable with handling Chihuahua dogs and Bengal cat.

Negotiable salary based on experience, shared accommodation included along with Medical insurance and one return flight home per year.   6-day working week with flexible hours.    (HU3617)

TRIM-CO MEATH
SOUTHERN IRELAND
40 mins drive from Dublin.
8am to 5pm Monday to Friday
Experienced HOUSEKEEPER & CONFIDENT FAMILY COOK
Family of five (3 teenage daughters, 2 living at home -1 at University) live in a large modern new build home, 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, in a rural location nr Trim. The current housekeeper has been with the family for 11 years and will shortly retire.
The property build 7 years ago, is very modern and easy to take care of. Comprises large kitchen, dining room, 3 reception rooms and a basement with all modern utilities, storage space, gym, cinema, and boot room.
The housekeeper will be responsible for the day to day housekeeping function, cleaning, washing, and ironing and cooking.
Cooking is good family level, breakfast is mainly fruit, cereal, porridge laid out for the family to help themselves. Lunch 2 courses, main (fish, meat, and fresh vegetables) and dessert. Supper is left in the Aga for the family to help themselves. All ingredients are fresh, you will need to be able to make fresh bread, store, and freeze for daily use. Both principals work full time and lead very busy professional business lives. They also have very busy weekends with horse events and lots of animals on the farm, so occasionally you may be asked to work an odd weekend or extend your hours.
A gardener and farm staff are also employed.
SALARY NEGOTIABLE, accommodation can be provided if required, salary will reflect this accordingly. Driver with own car essential. PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WORKING IN A PRIVATE HOME ESSENTIAL. (HU3623)

HOUSEHOLD MANAGER/BUTLER/PERSON FRIDAY-MILAN -ITALY

A superb position for an experienced Household Manager/Butler who must have skills in running and managing a beautiful home. This is a large apartment in central Milan, working for a newly married entrepreneur.
You must be able to demonstrate longevity in previous positions and have a flexible approach to your work.
This is a highly recommended vacancy, for a Principal whose family have been Hutchinsons' clients for over 20 years.
While the role is based in Milan, you will be required to travel on occasion.
Experience of running a property is essential, as is the ability to undertake front of house, elegant food, and beverage service and to drive the clients as required. The ability to work closely with the housekeeping staff, as part of a team is essential and while the maids deal with the cleaning and laundry, you must be prepared to lend a hand when required, run errands, care for the Principals' clothing, deal with wardrobe management and pack and unpack for him. Ability to deal with household accounts, inventory and stock control is required.
This is a wonderful opportunity for a career-oriented Butler to start up in a new venture with this client and to grow with the job over a long period of time. A loyal, trustworthy, and discreet person with impeccable references is required, together with a sunny personality and a "Can-Do" attitude to his or her work. Own accommodation and a negotiable salary. Some spoken Italian essential. (HU3625) ON HOLD

MOTHERS HELP/PERSONAL ASSISTANT/HOUSEHOLD ASSISTANT/CHILD LOVER
Middle East with worldwide travel

Our client requires a professional and proactive candidate to work in the capacity of all -round Mothers’ Help/Personal Assistant/General Household Assistant to assist her with a variety of tasks.   This is a busy household with six children, and while they do all have nannies employed, it is essential that you are child friendly and happy to assist with childcare in a “Guardian” type role when she is away.   This post will require a really kind and genuinely caring individual who loves children and who has a “can-do” attitude who is happy to assist wherever needed.  The duties for this position will range from administrative tasks as well as hands-on tasks, such as running errands and assisting the client in all walks of her daily life.  Based in Middle East and the candidate will be required to travel with the Client. Flexibility is essential as well as the ability to travel extensively.   Accommodation provided.  Excellent negotiable salary based on experience.   (HU3634)

PARIS -FRANCE
HEAD HOUSEKEEPER
Live out 9am to 5.30pm
French & English speaker essential

A highly motivated, professional, and experienced senior housekeeper (capable to be the assistant to the house manager) is required for a Part residence home of Overseas employers, mainly used for visits to Paris 6-8 times per year. However, the residence must be kept ready to receive guests at any time.

You will be responsible for the day to day upkeep of this property to a very high standard, working as part of a team, including a housekeeper and house engineer reporting to the house manager, family office and security team.

This is a hands-on role and will include maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation of all rooms, including windows, floor treatments, dusting, polishing, care of upholstery, fabrics, glass and leather and careful attention to paintings and antiques. You will also be responsible for client’s laundry and wardrobe care.

As well as the preparation and continual care of the property, the role does involve some administration duties. You will have good communication skills, need to be fluent in French & English, have basic computer skills ( email, internet etc) liaise with the maintenance team and contractors.

The clients seek a professional, very well-presented housekeeper, with high attention to detail, a friendly but discreet nature with ability to prioritise and delegate tasks and duties when required.

SALARY NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE -ASAP START

Strictly non-smoker and professional presentation is essential. (HU3641)

House Manager/Head Butler Monaco – Live out

An HNW family with four children is looking for a House Manager for their new Monaco residence fluent in English and French. This experienced House Manager will need to have already setup homes and worked for a family with young children for quite a few years, where he or she implemented a structured management of the household, oversaw and led a varied team and set high standards for all to follow. The role requires someone who is a good leader, structured and versed in planning and organising, pro-active and flexible. Able to organise events for certain special occasions, capable of keeping accounts, managing staff planning as well as inventories, socks and purchasing. Excellent front of house and service skills. Independent, and experienced, solution finder, able to deal with last minute requests. It is essential that the person be multiple steps ahead in the management of the household and coordination of the family’s day to day. You must maintain confidentiality at all times and be able to handle various tasks simultaneously while remaining calm and in control in highly demanding situations. Being the main point of contact for the family with regards to the execution of their day you will coordinate with the Personal Assistant and the team in and out of the house.

Be ready to travel with the family as well as being involved in overseeing other households worldwide.

Duties and Responsibilities can be described as follows (non-exhaustive)

• Provide leadership and good example of the utmost in professional service standards.
• Ensure operating and administrative standards are in place as well as a code of conduct.
• Train both by example, and through tutoring at all levels.
• Look after all guests and be especially attentive to family members.
• Arrange dining experiences, entertainments, and social activities when required
• See to all details of planned travel, including packing and unpacking.
• Develop stock levels, inventories (wine, clothes, valuables & others) and shopping lists
• Manage the budgets allocated to the household, its expenses and all documentation.
• Handling household bills and administrative duties as well as staff planning
• Ensure the team leaders run their departments to the highest standards
• Be able to cover the role of the Butler in case of vacations, sickness and in other cases and take lead Head Butler duties on occasion.

This is a live out role, available immediately and ideally we seek a candidate already based in or near Monaco.  It would be a great bonus if you know and had worked in London in the past, but not essential.

Top Salary for the right person.  Immediate or soon start required.    (HU3651)

Family Butler
Monaco

An HNW family with four children is looking for a Butler fluent in English and French to complement a team in their new Monaco residence. This experienced Butler will need to have already participated in the setup of homes and worked for a family with young children for quite a few years. The role requires someone who is independent, structured and a highly effective and professional, reactive to change, proactive and flexible.

You must maintain confidentiality at all times and be able to handle various tasks simultaneously while remaining calm and in control in highly demanding situations.

Be ready to travel with the family and in other households worldwide.

Duties and Responsibilities can be described as follows (non-exhaustive)

• Follow and maintain required service operating standards.
• Provide exceptional service and above all personal attention to the family and their belongings.
• Greet and escort the family and their guests when they arrive and depart.
• Communicate with the driver and other household staff about the comings and goings of the family to ensure service runs smoothly.
• Respect the code of conduct and always look out for the family guests needs by being present but discreet.
• Pre-empt certain situation and needs through a good understanding of the rhythm of the house.
• Look after all guests and be especially attentive to family members.
• Be responsible for the service of all meals, beverages and snacks for the family and guests in the house but also at other venues.
• Ensure the necessary setups and par stocks of equipment are maintained cleaned, polished regularly to the product standard.
• Carry out the daily cleaning of all work areas and surfaces.
• Participate with housekeeping in the cleaning and setup in areas of the house where service is performed.
• Assist in the cleaning of decorative items with utmost care.
• Assist in keeping impeccable and organized wardrobes as well as with packing and unpacking.
• Handle deliveries and corresponding invoices for the household but also for direct family

purchases, ensuring these are added to inventory and can be traced checking them for quality and physical condition.

• Participate in the keeping of inventories and ensure the correct and timely “mise-en-place” of items used regularly by the family.
• Running errands and shopping as well as other necessary tasks
• Work alongside staff in all service positions to provide direct support for the activities of all residential service staff.
• Provide feedback / recommendations on improvements to protocols to improve service.

This is a live-out position.  Excellent references, drivers licence required.   Salary negotiable based on experience.  (HU3652)

Head Housekeeper & Lady’s Maid - Monaco

A young HNW family are looking for a Head Housekeeper & Lady’s Maid, for their new residence in Monaco. This experienced Housekeeper will have setup new homes and worked for a family with young children for quite a few years where the standards of the house are to the highest level. Experienced in managing a large international wardrobe and being ready to travel with the family on certain occasions is required. The role requires someone who has had experience as a senior housekeeper in a large private home who is hands on and proactive with excellent leadership skills and knowledge of the day-to-day tasks of a household. Independent, a quick thinker and solution finder, able to deal with last minute requests and small projects/ searches. Experienced in wardrobe management, packing with excellent knowledge in cleaning and caring for delicate and rare fabrics, furs and jewellery. Able to manage inventories and specialty items such as beauty products, medications and supplements for the whole family. Clear knowledge of high-end fashion, designer brand and latest beauty treatments and products. It is essential that the person be able to handle various tasks simultaneously while remaining calm and in control in highly demanding situations. You must maintain confidentiality at all times. Being the main point of contact of the Lady of the House for all matters concerning the cleaning of the house her wardrobe and that of other family members.

Duties will include

• Work closely alongside housekeepers daily to ensure the highest level of hygiene and detailed cleaning to all areas of the interior and exterior of the property.
• Pay special attention to the disposition and setup of all items in the house as per the wishes of the family as well as the organization of the family’s items, improving this with the Head Butler.
• Create new protocols of housekeeping and implement these in training staff as much as required
• Work with the Butler to help coordinate cleaning around the family’s movements to take advantage of even brief opportunities to provide service to areas of the household.
• Look after the family’s wardrobes to make sure that all clothes and items are organized, tidy and in excellent condition. In pairs or outfits where appropriate, bags and jewellery are properly presented and protected.
• Take daily inventory and check the levels of the family’s consumable items and ensure that there is an appropriate level of stock to ensure the family does not run out, optimizing space and expiry dates.

Must be fluent in English and French (Italian would also be advantageous).  Must live within a commutable distance to Monaco or be willing to relocate at own expense. (if relocating accommodation will be provided for the trial period).   Excellent references, certificates and drivers licence required.   Salary negotiable based on experience, as will an annual bonus, agreed by the principals.   (HU3653)

Experienced Stylist
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia  

Our client based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia requires and experienced stylist who holds a Bachelors Degree in Fashion or relevant field with a minimum of 8 years’ of relevant experience.   It is essential that you have experience and exposure with high-end designers and high profile VVIP clients, previous experience working within the Middle East is a plus.   It is essential that you are extremely knowledgeable in fabrics, detail oriented, have outstanding sewing skills along with the ability to problem solve and multi-task. 

Additional responsibilities will include

• Conduct all styling duties to serve key stakeholders in a professional manner
• Assist in achieving desired looks by providing advice and selection for personal style items
• Identify design, alteration, or repair requirements to ensure that stakeholders specifications are met
• Select and purchase the most appropriate items and material in line with policies and procedures
• Accurately record measurements, instructions and preferences as well as modify garments
• Tailor Saudi traditional or international style garments and accessories
• Keep track of current and developing global trends in fashion and design
• Perform all duties with discretion and professionalism

This is a fulltime position, with a top negotiable salary based on experience.  Accommodation provided.    (HU3654)

 Two Experienced Tutors
 Miami, Florida

CANDIDATES MUST BE LEGAL TO WORK IN THE USA

Two full-time, Qualified experienced tutors are required from now through the end of summer (September) with the potential for full-time teaching.   Candidates must have a college education, be well-travelled and used to being around high profile, UHNW families.  It would be advantageous to have an understanding of the British culture and British Education System. 

The children are 5 years and 7 years old and require a tutor who is experienced, self-sufficient, flexible with a can-do attitude.   This is a wonderful opportunity to experience a family who appreciates hard work.  5-day working week, Monday – Friday 9am-4pm.     Only experienced candidates need apply.   Excellent package for highly skilled candidates.  Possible relocation assistance for candidates with a British education and background.  Must have a clean licence and excellent references.   Top negotiable salary based on experience.   (HU3656)