Senior Housekeeper - Private Estate - Marlborough

Bespoke Britannia; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious private household is seeking a highly skilled Senior Housekeeper to oversee daily operations and maintain the high standards of a beautifully presented estate. This full-time position offers a salary of £50,000-£55,000, with options for live-in or live-out arrangements. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role and will work closely with the household team and guests.

Benefits

Stable, long-term role

Opportunity to work in a supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Senior Housekeeping role within a high-net-worth household.
• Exceptional eye for detail and high standards of cleanliness.
• Strong multitasking and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all interior spaces to the highest standard.
• Oversee laundry, ironing, and wardrobe management.
• Manage household supplies and inventories.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Discretion

Multitasking

Cooking simple meals

Job description

Location: Marlborough

Start Date: September 2025

Employment Type: Full-time (Live-in or Live-out)

Salary: £50,000-£55,000 DOE (Negotiable)

A prestigious private household is seeking a highly skilled, discreet, and professional Senior Housekeeper to lead the upkeep and daily operations of a beautifully presented estate. This is a rare opportunity to join a respectful, long-standing team within a household that values precision, calm professionalism, and exceptional attention to detail.

Working closely with the Principal, estate team, and junior staff, you will take full responsibility for maintaining the highest standards of presentation, organisation, and service throughout the home.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all interior spaces are maintained to the highest standard
• Oversee laundry, ironing, and complete wardrobe management (including delicate garments and seasonal rotation)
• Manage household supplies, inventories, and occasional personal or household errands
• Prepare simple family meals on occasion
• Create and maintain fresh floral arrangements
• Liaise with other household staff, contractors, and external service providers
• Assist with light PA tasks and coordinate formal household routines
• Welcome guests and provide refreshments as needed
• Provide occasional care for the family\'s friendly spaniel
• Support the household during events, dinners, or gatherings when required

Package

• Full-time role: 45-50 hours per week (Typical schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-6:30pm, with occasional weekend flexibility)
• Salary: £50,000-£55,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• Live-in or Live-out option available
• Stable, long-term role in a respectful and professional household
• Opportunity to join a well-run, prestigious private estate with a supportive team environment

• Minimum 5 years\' experience in a similar Senior Housekeeping role within a high-net-worth (HNW) household
• Exceptional eye for detail and high standards of cleanliness and organisation
• Discreet, polished, and confident working independently or as part of a team
• Strong multitasking and time management abilities
• Service-focused, proactive, and flexible with a calm, professional demeanour
• Comfortable cooking simple meals and supporting entertaining when needed
• Confident handling high-end cleaning products and specialist materials
• Physically fit and capable of maintaining a large home
• Full UK driving licence required (if live-out, must be able to commute daily)