House Manager / Butler

Greycoat Lumleys; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A private household in West London is seeking an experienced House Manager/Butler to oversee their newly refurbished residence. Key responsibilities include managing the household, supervising staff, and ensuring formal service standards. The role requires proven experience in a similar position and knowledge of smart home technology. A generous salary package includes seasonal travel to the South of France during the summer. Flexibility, discretion, and professionalism are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a private household as House Manager or Butler.
• Strong knowledge of modern smart home technologies.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the West London residence and oversee staff.
• Recruit and manage household staff as required.
• Perform formal service and butler duties.

Skills

Experience as a House Manager/Butler

Knowledge of smart home technology

Excellent organisational skills

Communication skills

Formal service standards

Job description

House Manager / Butler – With Travel

A private businessman is seeking an experienced House Manager / Butler to oversee his newly refurbished residence in West London, with completion scheduled for March/April. This home has not been lived in yet so therefore there will be snagging to look over, inventories to set up and maintenance schedules to put in place.

London is the principal residence; however, the successful candidate must be willing to travel to the South of France for approximately three months each summer. During this period, a local house manager will be in place, and the role will focus more heavily on traditional butler duties and formal service.

The principal intends to employ a live-in housekeeper and a Chef and therefore, staff recruitment, management, and supervision will form a key part of the role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full management of the West London residence
• Supervision and management of one housekeeper
• Recruitment of household staff as required
• Formal service and butler duties
• Oversight of contractors and household suppliers
• Household administration and record keeping
• Seasonal travel to the South of France (minimum 3 months)

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a House Manager and/or Butler in a private household
• Strong knowledge of smart home technology
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Confident with formal service standards
• Flexible, discreet, and professional

Package:

• Salary: £70,000 – £80,000 gross per annum
• Hours: 45 hours per week
• Location: Chelsea, London & South of France (seasonal travel)