Estate Manager (Property Manager)

Confidential; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential organization in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Property Manager / Estate Manager to oversee the daily operations of a large private estate. The role requires hands-on leadership to manage housekeeping, maintenance, security, landscaping, drivers, and other services while coordinating multiple departments to uphold VIP expectations.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent organizational skills, strong leadership, and the ability to lead large teams in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in private estates, luxury residences, family offices, or ultra-luxury hospitality.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary operational teams.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience managing large teams in service-driven environments.
• Knowledge of luxury service standards and VIP expectations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily estate operations and maintain highest standards.
• Lead Housekeeping, Maintenance, Security, Landscaping, Drivers, and support services.
• Ensure seamless service delivery across all departments.
• Conduct regular inspections for cleanliness, presentation, safety.
• Manage daily schedules and staffing levels across departments.
• Respond promptly to issues and implement practical solutions.
• Monitor inventory and resources to ensure uninterrupted service.
• Develop and maintain SOPs to improve efficiency.
• Ensure health, safety, and company policy compliance.
• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and discretion.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

People Management

VIP Service Standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management

Job description

A confidential organization is seeking an experienced Property Manager / Estate Manager to oversee the daily operations of a large private estate in Abu Dhabi.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the estate by managing operational teams, maintaining exceptional property standards, coordinating service delivery, and ensuring all departments work efficiently. This is a hands-on operational role requiring strong leadership, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the estate, ensuring the property is maintained to the highest standards at all times.
• Lead and manage all operational departments, including Housekeeping, Maintenance, Security, Landscaping, Drivers, and other support services.
• Ensure all operational teams deliver a seamless and exceptional service experience.
• Conduct regular inspections of the estate to ensure cleanliness, presentation, functionality, and safety standards are consistently met.
• Manage daily operational schedules and ensure adequate staffing levels across all departments.
• Respond promptly to operational issues and implement practical solutions with minimal disruption.
• Monitor inventory, supplies, equipment, and operational resources to ensure uninterrupted service.
• Develop, implement, and maintain operational procedures (SOPs) to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and company policies across the estate.
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality, professionalism, and discretion at all times.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related to hospitality.
• Minimum 7 years of experience working within private estates, luxury residences, family offices, or ultra-luxury hospitality.
• Proven experience managing multidisciplinary operational teams.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Previous experience managing large teams in a service-driven environment.
• Knowledge of luxury service standards and VIP expectations.