RESIDENTIAL HOUSE MANAGER

IKOYI, NIGERIA

Job Reference: HU4291

Accommodation: Provided

Essential Requirements: Previous House Manager experience, leadership skills, flexibility 

Our client is looking for an experienced House Manager to manage the operations of a large, high-end private residence based in Ikoyi, Lagos. 

This role is a hands-on leadership position with full operational responsibility for the estate including stewarding, banqueting, housekeeping, and guest services. The successful candidate will “own the house” ensuring every aspect functions seamlessly and at a world-class standard. 

You will be required to lead a team of stewards, cleaners, and the banquet manager, with all service departments reporting directly to you.  

Core Responsibilities: 

Estate Oversight & Daily Operations

·       Full oversight of all daily estate operations.

·       Oversee all residential and recreational facilities including private quarters, guest wings, entertainment areas, gym/spa, banqueting zones, and service quarters.

·       Lead estate logistics, cleanliness standards, interior presentation, and household systems (utilities, smart technology, security).

·       Maintain daily readiness for both private use and high-level entertaining.

·       Lead stewarding, cleaning, banqueting, and domestic staff to deliver top-tier service.

·       Maintain high standards of hospitality, readiness, and discretion across the home.

·       Act as the principal’s trusted lead for all internal estate matters.

·       Ensure the home operates like a private five-star hotel immaculate, efficient, and guest-ready at all times.  

Staff Leadership

·       Lead and manage domestic staff including chefs, stewards, drivers, housekeepers, gardeners, and lifestyle service teams.

·       Set standards of performance and service aligned with international private service excellence.

·       Implement structured onboarding, regular training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.  

Lifestyle & Guest Management

·       Coordinate and deliver luxury hospitality services for high-level guests, private functions, and impromptu hosting.

·       Partner with event planners, caterers, and vendors for seamless delivery of private dinners, family gatherings, or formal receptions.  

Administrative & Financial Oversight

·       Manage household budgets, expense tracking, and vendor payments.

·       Prepare reports for the principal; manage inventories, procurement, and vendor SLAs.

·       Liaise with security and property maintenance for preventive and emergency readiness.  

Privacy, Protocol & Discretion

·       Maintain the utmost discretion and confidentiality at all times.

·       Implement privacy protocols, guest access procedures, and crisis communication preparedness. 

It is essential you have 10 year’s experience managing private estates or ambassadorial residences for UHNW families. Prior experience in Africa, the Middle East, or luxury destinations is highly valued. Bachelor’s degree, leadership experience.  Accommodation provided, salary negotiable depending on experience, private healthcare and return flight once a year. (HU4291)