Butler / House Manager

The hiring establishment is a distinguished private household known for its commitment to luxury, excellence, and impeccable standards. Renowned for maintaining the highest standards of privacy and hospitality, this estate offers a prestigious environment where tradition meets refined service. The household is dedicated to sustaining an atmosphere of comfort, sophistication, and seamless operation through the expertise of its staff. This role offers a rare opportunity to lead within a high-standard luxury setting, where your professional skills will be fully recognized and rewarded for a job well done. The house manager position encapsulates a dynamic blend of traditional valet responsibilities and comprehensive front-of-house service while meticulously managing all aspects of the household operations. The environment prioritizes autonomy and encourages innovation, granting you the freedom to organize and oversee daily household activities your way with the valuable support of leadership alongside you every step of the way.

As the Butler/Household Manager, you will serve as the principal's right hand, delivering a seamless experience that anticipates needs even before they are expressed. This multifaceted role includes overseeing staff, supervising maintenance and repairs, managing budgets, and skillfully coordinating inventories and supplies. Your expertise will extend beyond daily tasks to managing formal and informal service excellence, including table settings, meal service, beverage and cellar management, and tea and coffee service, ensuring that each element reflects the utmost care and sophistication. You are expected to maintain the highest standards of privacy, presentation, and hospitality throughout every facet of the estate.

Your role also involves critical vendor management, including obtaining quotes, negotiating contracts, and fostering valuable professional relationships to ensure impeccable service quality across all external providers. Your exceptional negotiation skills will be sharpened through managing these relationships, securing the best services for the household while fostering trust and reliability. Coordinating the family calendar, you will arrange appointments and seamless travel accommodations, providing a discreet and professional touch in handling sensitive information and confidential matters.

This position is ideal for a seasoned professional with previous experience in household or estate management, executive support, or luxury hospitality services within ultra-high-net-worth households or luxury settings, such as hotels or yachts. You will bring flawless etiquette, meticulous attention to detail, and strong organizational skills to this role, capable of managing priorities effectively while leading a dedicated team. Proficiency with technology, including household management software and smart home systems, will ensure smooth operation of sophisticated estates. Your leadership will extend to staff performance management, ensuring safety and security, and flawless event execution—from intimate dinners to grand receptions.

This role promises autonomy, professional recognition, and the chance to refine and elevate the prestige of an already exceptional residence. Your contribution will be pivotal in upholding the estate’s reputation for excellence and discretion, providing a fulfilling and prestigious career path in luxury private service.