Real Estate Manager

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in property management seeks a Private Estate Manager to oversee luxury residences across London and the South of England. This hands-on role requires exceptional organization and discretion, with responsibilities ranging from managing staff to ensuring impeccable standards in properties.

Benefits

Travel opportunities to stunning homes

Client appreciation for excellent work

Variety and challenge in work

Qualifications

• Experience in managing private properties for ultra-high-net-worth clients.
• Ability to recruit and manage household staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage contractors, trades, and suppliers with precision.
• Oversee refurbishments and updates across multiple properties.
• Hire and manage household staff.

Skills

Recruitment

Contract Negotiations

Detail Orientation

Job description

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Location: London, South England,

Salary: Up to £80,000 + Expenses | Full-time, Permanent

Start Date: ASAP – we're ready when you are!

About the Role

Are you a master organiser with a black belt in logistics and an eye for the tiniest detail? Do you thrive in dynamic, high-standard environments and love the thrill of managing beautiful properties across the UK? Then step into your next big adventure.

Our high-profile client is seeking a polished and proactive Private Estate Manager to oversee an exceptional portfolio of private residences across London, the South of England, and key international locations. This is not your average 9-5 – you’ll be hands-on, on the move, and at the heart of an exquisite, fast-paced world.

The Role Includes:

• Being the go-to person for all estate-related matters – nothing gets past you.
• Booking and managing contractors, trades, and suppliers with military precision.
• Regular travel between properties to ensure standards are impeccable
• Overseeing refurbishments, landscaping, and interior updates – think country house to cosmopolitan penthouse.
• Full responsibility for hiring, training, and managing household staff across multiple residences – including housekeepers, chefs, and other domestic team
• Sourcing and vetting new hires with discretion and speed – from recruitment through to onboarding and probation management.
• Working directly with the client – they’re hands-on, meticulous, and expect the same. You’ll need to anticipate needs before they’re even spoken.

What We’re Looking For:

• A seasoned estate/property manager with experience in ultra-high-net-worth environments.
• Proven ability to recruit, manage, and retain private household staff in demanding, multi-property settings.
• Unflappable, with a hawk’s eye for detail – if a picture frame is 2mm off, you’ll spot it.
• Strong knowledge of contract negotiations, and scheduling.
• Happy working independently, but confident working closely with an exacting, highly involved principal.
• Willingness to travel frequently – this is very much a boots-on-the-ground role.
• Impeccable discretion and confidentiality. Always.

Perks of the Role:

• Travel opportunities to stunning homes in beautiful locations
• Work with a client who values excellence – your work will always be appreciated (and noticed!)
• Variety, challenge, and never a dull moment