Personal Assistant & Chief of Staff - Saudi Arabian Royal Family (Quick Start)

Anderson Hoare Limited; Saudi Arabia; Hybrid; SAR 394,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-profile royal household in Saudi Arabia is seeking a House Manager / Chief of Staff to oversee operations and ensure exceptional service standards. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar role, strong organizational and leadership skills, and the ability to handle confidential information professionally. The role offers a salary between £80,000 and £95,000, with hybrid working options available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a House Manager, Chief of Staff, or Estate Manager in a UHNW or royal household.
• Strong leadership, communication, and discretion.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• High attention to detail and service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a high-profile royal household.
• Supervise household cleaning staff and maintain organization.
• Manage the family calendar, including appointments and travel.
• Handle errands, maintain filing systems, and support budgeting.
• Provide childcare support as required.
• Coordinate recruitment and training of domestic staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Discretion

Fluency in English

Understanding of Arabic

Job description

We are looking for a House Manager / Chief of Staff that will oversee the daily operations of a high-profile royal household, ensuring seamless organisation, exceptional service standards and complete discretion. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual with strong leadership, multitasking and communication skills. The position combines household management, administrative coordination and staff leadership to ensure smooth functioning of all domestic and lifestyle needs.

Re-location packages are available.

Key Responsibilities

Household Management

• Supervise and schedule household cleaning staff.
• Maintain organisation of storage areas, closets and communal spaces.
• Monitor and restock household supplies (toiletries, cleaning products, paper goods, etc.).

Food & Kitchen Support

• Manage grocery shopping or coordinate grocery deliveries.
• Stock and maintain pantry and refrigerator according to family preferences.
• Assist with meal preparation or coordinate with the household chef/cook.
• Organise kitchen inventory, monitor food expiration and ensure cleanliness.
• Plan weekly menus as requested.
• Set and clear dining tables; oversee dishwashing and cleanup.
• Coordinate occasional catering and dinner party preparations.

Scheduling & Coordination

• Manage the family calendar, including appointments, travel and events.
• Book medical, groomingand beauty appointments.
• Arrange and confirm home maintenance and service appointments.
• Plan and manage travel logistics (flights, hotels, transportation, itineraries).
• Track and remind employer of important dates (birthdays, anniversaries, payments).

Administrative & Errand Support

• Handle errands (post office, pharmacy, deliveries, returns).
• Maintain filing systems for receipts, invoices and household documents.
• Support budgeting, expense tracking and petty cash management.
• Prepare reports and assist with administrative tasks.
• Liaise with vendors, contractors, and service providers.
• Maintain an updated household inventory and asset register.

Pet Care

• Oversee feeding, walking, grooming, and general pet care.
• Schedule and accompany pets to veterinary appointments.
• Order pet food and supplies as needed.

Childcare Support (as required)

• Provide occasional babysitting or supervision in emergencies.

Property Oversight

• Ensure household systems and appliances function properly.
• Report and coordinate maintenance or repair needs.
• Supervise contractors during repairs, deliveries, or installations.
• Prepare guest accommodations and maintain readiness for visitors.
• Manage seasonal household tasks (holiday décor, pool maintenance, etc.).

Special Requests & Personal Support

• Handle gift sourcing, shopping, and wrapping.
• Organise family events and celebrations.
• Provide styling or wardrobe management support.
• Manage online purchases, returns and exchanges.
• Support personal or social media initiatives (if required).
• Provide house‐sitting or pet‐sitting services during travel.

Staff Management & Recruitment

• Assess staffing needs and draft job descriptions.
• Lead recruitment efforts including interviews, reference checks and onboarding.
• Train and supervise domestic staff, ensuring smooth team operations.
• Maintain staff schedules, attendance, and leave records.
• Address performance or interpersonal issues professionally.
• Coordinate payroll processes with accountant or payroll services.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience as a House Manager, Chief of Staff, or Estate Manager in a UHNW or royal household.
• Strong leadership, communication, and discretion.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• High attention to detail and service excellence.
• Fluent in English; Arabic a plus.
• Ability to handle confidential information with utmost professionalism.
• Flexibility to travel or adjust schedule as needed.

Salary - £80,000-£95,000 DOE, hybrid working options available