ESTATE MANAGER / HOUSEHOLD MANAGER

Black Pearl Consult; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 280,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private accommodation within estate

Medical coverage

Annual flights home

Paid time off

Job summary

Black Pearl Consult is seeking an experienced Estate Manager to oversee daily operations of multiple properties in the UAE and beyond. The role requires supervising a multicultural staff, meticulous budgeting, procurement, and ensuring premium service and discretion across residences.

The position involves travel, live-in arrangements, and managing events and guest stays, with a focus on hygiene, organization, and privacy for the principal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Diploma in Hospitality, Business Administration, Travel and Tourism, Healthcare or Private Service.
• Minimum 10 years as an estate manager or chief housekeeper in a multi-residence household.
• Demonstrated experience managing multicultural teams.
• Strong administrative and organizational capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal communication.
• Fluent in English; additional language skills are valued.
• Experience in logistics, procurement, and vendor negotiations.
• Basic understanding of fine household materials (fabrics, antiques, silverware, art care, etc.).
• Knowledge in health and dietary management is a plus.
• Must be a legally married couple with prior experience working together in similar roles.
• Clean background checks and verified references.
• Non-smokers; no dependents or pets.
• High moral integrity, loyalty, and absolute discretion.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly and live-in.
• Professional appearance and excellent personal hygiene.
• Demonstrated history of long‑term placements in previous roles.
• Tech‑savvy enough to manage household apps, inventories, calendars, and communications.
• Both must be comfortable working with and supervising teams from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Sensitivity to the physical and emotional well‑being of elderly principals.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of multiple properties across UAE, Europe, and other locations.
• Supervise and train domestic staff: housekeepers, chefs, gardeners, drivers, laundresses, etc.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, service, organization, and presentation across all residences.
• Conduct regular walkthroughs and inspections to identify maintenance or operational needs.
• Plan and manage household budgets, vendor contracts, and inventory.
• Liaise with service providers for technical maintenance, procurement, and repairs.
• Oversee kitchen operations: meal planning, dietary needs, quality control, and seasonal adjustments.
• Coordinate and support formal dinners, events, and guest stays.
• Manage travel schedules, seasonal home openings/closings, and ensure property readiness before arrivals.
• Handle confidential information with utmost discretion.
• Support the female principal with daily routines and comfort.

Skills

Estate management

Budgeting

Team leadership

Vendor negotiations

Logistics planning

Interpersonal communication

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor/Diploma in Hospitality, Business Administration, Travel and Tourism, Healthcare or Private Service

Job description

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 08/31/2025

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of multiple properties across UAE, Europe, and other locations.
• Supervise and train domestic staff: housekeepers, chefs, gardeners, drivers, laundresses, etc.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, service, organization, and presentation across all residences.
• Conduct regular walkthroughs and inspections to identify maintenance or operational needs.
• Plan and manage household budgets, vendor contracts, and inventory.
• Liaise with service providers for technical maintenance, procurement, and repairs.
• Oversee kitchen operations: meal planning, dietary needs, quality control, and seasonal adjustments.
• Coordinate and support formal dinners, events, and guest stays.
• Manage travel schedules, seasonal home openings/closings, and ensure property readiness before arrivals.
• Handle confidential information with utmost discretion.
• Support the female principal with daily routines and comfort.

Requirements

• Bachelor/Diploma in Hospitality, Business Administration, Travel and Tourism, Healthcare or Private Service.
• Minimum 10 years as an estate manager or chief housekeeper in a multi-residence household.
• Demonstrated experience managing multicultural teams.
• Strong administrative and organizational capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal communication.
• Fluent in English; additional language skills are valued.
• Experience in logistics, procurement, and vendor negotiations.
• Basic understanding of fine household materials (fabrics, antiques, silverware, art care, etc.).
• Knowledge in health and dietary management is a plus.

Additional Information

• Must be a legally married couple with prior experience working together in similar roles.
• Clean background checks and verified references.
• Non-smokers; no dependents or pets.
• High moral integrity, loyalty, and absolute discretion.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly and live-in.
• Professional appearance and excellent personal hygiene.
• Demonstrated history of long‑term placements in previous roles.
• Tech‑savvy enough to manage household apps, inventories, calendars, and communications.
• Both must be comfortable working with and supervising teams from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Sensitivity to the physical and emotional well‑being of elderly principals.

Benefits

• Highly competitive, tax‑free salary (negotiable based on experience).
• Separate, private accommodation within the primary estate.
• Full medical coverage.
• Annual flights home.
• Paid time off and annual leave.
• End‑of‑service bonus for long‑term commitment.
• Travel expenses covered during work‑related travel.