House Manager/PA Job

Greycoat Lumleys; Hounslow; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious couple in Belgravia seeks an exceptional Personal Assistant/House Manager. This role involves managing household operations, ensuring events are flawlessly executed, and providing top-tier service, creating memorable experiences for guests. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and experience in high-net-worth homes.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in high-net-worth households.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a passion for providing top-tier service.
• Discreet and trustworthy.

Responsibilities

• Open and manage post, organizing and paying household bills.
• Coordinate and book restaurants, tickets to plays, and other outings.
• Organize contractors for household maintenance and improvement.
• Provide exquisite table service, including silver service.
• Maintain a detailed inventory of artwork and bespoke items.
• Create and manage floral arrangements to enhance home aesthetics.
• Ensure all insurance policies are current for high-value items.
• Develop a comprehensive diet manual tailored to preferences.
• Establish a life manual for implementing protocols in residences abroad.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Discretion

Job description

Personal Assistant/House Manager Job

A couple in Belgravia is seeking an exceptional Personal Assistant/House Manager to be their right-hand person in managing their home. This is a unique opportunity for a dedicated individual to elevate service standards, train staff, and create memorable experiences for guests.

The couple visits their home approximately twice a month, often hosting elegant dinner parties. As the Personal Assistant/House Manager, you will collaborate closely with the chef and housekeeper to ensure every event is executed to perfection, offering guests a VIP experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administrative Support: Open and manage post, organizing and paying any household bills efficiently.

• Event Planning: Coordinate and book restaurants, tickets to plays, and other outings for the couple.

• Contractor Management:Organize contractors for household maintenance and improvement, obtaining quotes as necessary.

• Table Service:Provide exquisite service at the table, including silver service and wine and beverage service.

• Inventory Management:Maintain a detailed inventory of artwork and bespoke items within the home.

• Floral Arrangements:Create and manage beautiful floral arrangements to enhance the home’s aesthetic.

• Insurance Management:Ensure all insurance policies are current and adequate for high-value items in the home.

• Diet Manual Creation:Develop a comprehensive diet manual tailored to the couple’s preferences and needs.

• Life Manual Development: Establish a life manual to implement protocols in their other residences abroad, including those in the United States and the Bahamas.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in high-net-worth households.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Exceptional attention to detail and a passion for providing top-tier service.

• Discreet and trustworthy, with an ability to manage sensitive information.

Salary - £65,000 - £70,000 GPA

Monday - Friday - You can work from home a couple of days a week when the principal is not in residence and you must be flexible to work around their schedule when they are here.