ESTATE MANAGER / HOUSEHOLD MANAGER

Black Pearl Consult; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A private family in the UAE is looking for a highly capable and trustworthy married couple to manage daily personal and household needs, overseeing multiple residences both locally and internationally. The ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in private households, strong management skills, and cultural sensitivity, along with a comprehensive understanding of logistical and operational demands. Benefits include a competitive, tax-free salary, private accommodation, and full medical coverage.

Benefits

Highly competitive, tax-free salary

Full medical coverage

Annual flights home

Paid time off and annual leave

End-of-service bonus

Travel expenses covered

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years as an estate manager or chief housekeeper in multi-residence households.
• Strong administrative and organizational capabilities.
• Experience in logistics, procurement, and vendor negotiations.
• Demonstrated history of long-term placements in previous roles.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of multiple properties across UAE and internationally.
• Supervise and train domestic staff.
• Plan and manage household budgets, vendor contracts, and inventory.
• Coordinate and support formal dinners and events.

Skills

Multilingual communication

Logistics management

Team management

Cultural sensitivity

Education

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

Job description

Overview

A private family based in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a highly capable, experienced, and trustworthy married couple to manage and support the daily personal and household needs of two elderly individuals. The role requires a seamless combination of hands-on care, discreet professional service, estate management, and international coordination. The couple will be responsible for overseeing a network of residences across the UAE and internationally, ensuring complete logistical, operational, and personal support. The ideal couple is discreet, professional, multilingual, loyal, and physically fit, with significant prior experience in private households. Cultural sensitivity, ability to manage multicultural staff, and adaptability to a changing schedule are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of multiple properties across UAE, Europe, and other locations.
• Supervise and train domestic staff: housekeepers, chefs, gardeners, drivers, laundresses.
• 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.

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