Willing and Discrete Estate Manager based in Paris, France – Start ASAP

SignatureStaff; Paris; Sur place; EUR 100 000 - 125 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Estate Manager to oversee a prestigious property in Paris. This role demands a highly organized individual with extensive experience in property management and a strong network of local suppliers. Responsibilities include managing household finances, supervising maintenance, and ensuring exceptional service during events. The ideal candidate will possess a positive attitude, flexibility in working hours, and a commitment to confidentiality. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with high-net-worth individuals in a dynamic environment, where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in property management roles in Paris.
• Strong network of suppliers and contacts in the city.

Responsabilités

• Manage household finances, maintenance, and staff recruitment.
• Provide personal assistance and organize events with high service standards.

Connaissances

Property Management

Budgeting

Staff Management

Event Organisation

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Flexibility

Description du poste

We are searching for a highly dedicated individual for an all-encompassing Estate Manager position based in Paris, France.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience of working in similar property management roles in Paris, including a strong network of Parisian suppliers and a black book of the top contacts in the city.

The candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the estate, including:

1. Household finances: budgeting, manage petty cash, maintain and submit records and receipts, review staff expenses and inventory, submit reports to Family Office for review.
2. Maintenance: Contact, propose and oversee vendors and contracts, manage maintenance, schedule routine service and repair, supervise renovations.
3. Staff management: Recruit and train onsite staff (which may include housekeeping, maintenance, gardeners, chefs and butlers), report employee relations questions and concerns to the Family Office, create staff schedules, establish payroll, helping with tasks if required.
4. Personal assistance: hands-on duties such as general errand running, providing concierge for the principal when in residence, providing constant on-call availability for the principal and the family office, responding to emergencies and being flexible outside of business hours.
5. Event organisation: oversee and plan events, dinners, and parties, orchestrating staff accordingly. Greet guests providing 5* service during their visits.
6. Communication: acting as the point of contact for all third parties and Family Office, dealing with the Principal’s requests and acting accordingly.

The property is not the client’s primary residence meaning the working hours of the role are subject to change as they depend on the client’s travelling schedule. Therefore, you will need to express a great deal of flexibility.

Previous experience managing large Estates in Paris is essential. You will be onboarding the entire estate so you must have the right executive skills as well as property management experience.

The ideal candidate must have high energy and a positive mental attitude that is comfortable taking direction from the Family Office and Principal. Understanding confidentiality and discretion is vital. You must have exceptional attention to detail.

Please see further details below:

Start: ASAP
Languages: English & French fluency
Location: Paris, France
Client: HNWI
Accommodation: Live out
Car provided: No
Days/Hours: Flexible
Salary: €100,000 – €125,000+ gross per annum
Travel: Open to travel, both domestically and internationally

Please apply with your CV and references if you are interested. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.