House Manager | UK

POSITION House Manager | VVIP Private Estate

LOCATION London, United Kingdom

Seeking a London based candidate.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION The House Manager is responsible for the seamless daily running of a prestigious private residence in the UK. The successful candidate will oversee all household departments, ensuring the highest standards of service, comfort, and discretion for a VVIP family.

Qualifications / Skills

• Fluent in English spoken and written).
• Strong leadership skills with proven ability to manage a household team
• Knowledge of royal and diplomatic protocols, with experience serving UHNW or VVIP households.
• Highly organized with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and delegate effectively while maintaining attention to detail.
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to travel between residences.
• Discreet and trustworthy, with a strong sense of confidentiality.

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Minimum of 5 years’ 5 star Hotel experience followed by similar in senior household management within luxury estates, Middle East royal households, or UHNW residences.
• Experienced in managing all household departments, including kitchen, food & beverage service, housekeeping, laundry, wardrobe, and childcare support.
• Skilled in inventory control, procurement, and vendor liaison.
• Experienced in event planning and execution, from intimate family dinners to large-scale receptions.
• Capable of supervising property maintenance, including gardening, vehicles, and security coordination.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage, train, and motivate a multicultural team, ensuring smooth operations across all departments.
• Implement and maintain household manuals, schedules, and procedures for both residences.
• Oversee housekeeping, laundry, wardrobe, and table service standards to ensure consistency and excellence.
• Supervise kitchen and food service operations in close collaboration with chefs and service staff.
• Ensure child-friendly and family-oriented household support when required.
• Maintain household budgets, financial reporting, and stock control.
• Arrange and oversee private events, dinners, and family gatherings.
• Coordinate with external contractors, suppliers, and service providers.
• Ensure residences are always ready for occupancy at the highest standard.
• Liaise closely with the Principals to anticipate and respond to their needs.
• Co-ordinate the logistics of The Principal family travel

SALARY Depending on experience

Benefits

• Professional working environment with a long-term, stable career role

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