House Manager

Confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an experienced House Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of a prestigious private residence in Dubai. This live-in role supports a high-net-worth family, requiring exceptional organisation, discretion, and proactive problem-solving to maintain luxury standards.

You will manage household staff, coordinate vendors, budgets, and events, ensure confidentiality, and uphold service excellence across all areas of the property.

Qualifications

• Experience as a House Manager or Estate Manager for UHNW families.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the private residence to uphold luxury standards.
• Recruit, train, and supervise house staff including cleaners, chefs, drivers, and maintenance.
• Create staff schedules and monitor performance for efficiency.
• Manage household budgets, expenses, and procurement of supplies.
• Coordinate maintenance, renovations, and liaise with contractors.
• Organise inventories and ensure impeccable property upkeep.
• Coordinate family schedules and household logistics.
• Assist with planning private events and functions at the residence.
• Maintain complete confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Implement and enforce household procedures and service standards.
• Liaise with family offices, PAs, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Organisational skills

Discretion

Vendor coordination

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly professional House Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of a prestigious private residence in Dubai. This is a live-in position supporting a high-net-worth family, requiring exceptional organisational skills, discretion, and a proactive approach to managing a luxury household.

The successful candidate will ensure the smooth running of the residence, manage household staff, coordinate vendors and contractors, and maintain the highest standards of service and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the private residence, ensuring exceptional standards are maintained at all times.
• Recruit, manage, train, and supervise household staff, including housekeepers, chefs, drivers, nannies, and maintenance personnel.
• Create staff schedules, oversee performance, and ensure efficient day-to-day operations.
• Manage household budgets, expenses, and procurement of supplies and luxury household items.
• Coordinate maintenance, repairs, renovations, and relationships with external contractors and service providers.
• Organise household inventories and ensure all areas of the property are impeccably maintained.
• Coordinate family schedules, household logistics, and special requests.
• Assist with planning private events, dinners, and functions within the residence.
• Ensure complete confidentiality and professionalism when dealing with the family and their guests.
• Implement and maintain household procedures, policies, and service standards.
• Liaise with family offices, personal assistants, and other key stakeholders as required.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a House Manager or Estate Manager supporting a high-net-worth or ultra-high-net-worth family.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.