3 Household Manager jobs available:

ESTATE/HOUSEHOLD MANAGER - LIVE OUT
KENSINGTON, LONDON W8
Part residence property.
Essential Requirements: Previous UHNW Household experience. Proven staff management skills.
Strong front of house and service skills. Good communication skills. Immaculate presentation. Flexible and adaptable to work longer hours when the principal is in residence.

We are seeking a live out Estate/Household Manager with knowledge in the running of a large VIP residence.

As the Principal will not be in residence for more than 3 to 4 months of the year, flexibility when the family is in residence is needed, though normal working hours are 9.30am-5.30pm Monday to Friday.

The estate comprises of a main London residence and 2 or 3 smaller London residences.

• Setting up manuals, procedures, creating staff working descriptions and appraisals, keeping inventory and stock control records and suchlike. 

• Excellent staff management, administration, front of house and service skills and the ability to work closely alongside some long-term employees. 

• Ability to formulate annual operational financial budgets and keep control of actual costs against budget. Will be assisted by the family Office. 

• All household technical care is supervised by personnel in the Family Office, based in Mayfair. Day to day maintenance will be within the remit of the Estate Manager. 

• Flair, elegance, and an eye for detail required for this position. 

• Must have the ability to work alongside and manage 8-10 members of staff, assisting, training, and guiding as required. Previous longevity (ideally 6 years with one employer) working as an Estate Manager is required for this position. 

• Confident in interfacing with architects, engineers and surveyors in the delivery of high-end projects such as updates and large refurbishments 

• Be able to identify any issues with MEP infrastructure, troubleshoot where necessary and should the need arise, liaise with relevant contractors to resolve matters in a prompt and timely manner. 

• Diarise and manage throughput of maintenance contractors to ensure agreement contracts are adhered to and implemented at prescribed times.

• Occasional formal and informal events may take place within the grounds of the residence, and you should be able to organise, plan and execute these to ensure the smooth running of the function.

Salary in the region of £60,000 to £70,000 Gross per annum. Start ASAP. (HU3892)

PERSONAL ASSISTANT
LONDON W8 -WITH WORLDWIDE TRAVEL
Mandarin Chinese & Fluent English Speaker required.
Live in or Live Out
Essential Requirements: Mandarin and fluent English speaker. Previous private house experience working with International UHNW clients and a multilingual and multi-disciplinary team of staff. Flexibility to travel is essential, with strong administrative, communication and organisational skills.

An experienced and professional Personal Assistant / House Manager is required for a private client based in Kensington. Candidates must have previous private house, PA, or butler experience serving UHNWI. You should be a self-starter with strong administrative skills along with the ability to communicate effectively.
The role will require you to have the ability to prioritise tasks and work in a proactive manner.

Duties will include:

• Acting as the first point of contact
• Dealing with correspondence including emails, post and phone calls
• Diary management
• Organizing meetings and appointments
• Booking and arranging International /European and local travel to include transport, accommodation, restaurants
• Liaising with a full team of staff and delegating / sharing information to the team on behalf of the principal
• Worldwide travel with the principal
• Professional, capable of providing outstanding hands-on skills in the total oversight and running of the various residences (London and Paris) and travelling with the principal, to ensure that all needs are met and homes are run to the very highest standards
• Responsible for personal F & B service on occasion at more remote locations
• Planning and organizing of events and functions
• Manage staffing and ensuring the general smooth running of the principals’ lifestyle.

Shared accommodation provided if required. Live-in, 6-day working week. Live-out, 5-day working week.
The ability to travel is essential. Client is willing to sponsor successful applicant. Negotiable salary based on experience. (HU3993)

RESIDENTIAL HOUSE MANAGER /BUTLER
CANNES, FRANCE
Essential Requirements: Previous private house experience, fluent French and English, driver, first-class service skills

A wonderful new position for a highly experienced house manager /butler to manage and oversee a large property based in Cannes. This is a part-residence where the family visit frequently throughout the year, mainly between May and September.

You will be required to ensure the smooth running of the property while effectively managing a team of staff. You will be responsible for liaising with contractors and maintenance issues, managing inventory, overseeing staff rota’s, budgets, expenses, etc.

It is essential that you are a confident butler who can meet and greet guests, serve for both formal and informal occasions, mix and serve drinks, manage wardrobes, etc. A confident driver is also required as you will be required to provide chauffeuring duties as well.

There is a team of long-term staff in situ so essential you are a team player who is both managerial and hands-on.

Full time position. Accommodation provided (villa on the property). Working schedule will vary depending on when the family is in residence, so flexibility is a must. Fluent French and English required. Negotiable salary based on experience. (HU4076)