Daily House Manager - Holland Park, Central London

Daily  House Manager, based in Holland Park,  £60,000 – £80,000 per annum DOE

All House Managers applying to this role must be happy to work 2 weekends a month, including some evenings if required.

This is a Live-Out House Manager role but you maybe required to stay overnight occasionally, so all House Managers need to be flexible. 

We are seeking a dedicated, discreet, and experienced House Manager to oversee the set-up and on-going management of a newly built, state-of-the-art private residence in London. This exceptional home features advanced systems, luxury finishes, fine art, and antiques—and while it is extraordinary, it is first and foremost a family home that requires warm and professional service.

This is a unique opportunity to take ownership from the early set-up phase through to full operational management, reporting into a COS.

Key Responsibilities:

• Setting up the house from scratch
• Support the final completion stages of the property, ensuring all finishes and systems meet exacting standards
• Learn and manage advanced home automation, security, and maintenance systems; create manuals and operational documentation
• Establish service and maintenance contracts
• Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, service providers, and vendors
• Create comprehensive household manuals and inventories
• Recruit, onboard, and train household staff
• Oversee logistics for deliveries, procurement, and move-in
• Liaise with architects, designers, and suppliers to finalise outstanding works and maintenance plans

Once the property has been initially set-up, the House Manager will be responsible for

• Ongoing House Management
• Overseeing day-to-day household operations and staff.
• Manage all property systems and maintenance schedules.
• Maintain impeccable standards of presentation and care across the home.
• Handle household budgeting, financial tracking, and vendor contracts.
• Ensure effective communication with the family’s wider professional team
• Manage security protocols and guest access.
• Plan and oversee private events
• Provide highly discreet, professional support to the family
• Maintain and update household inventories and procurement
• Develop contingency planning and emergency procedures
• Work closely with the Chief of Staff to uphold household policies
• Provide regular operational updates to the Principal and Chief of Staff

Ideal House Manager will have:

• Proven experience in private household or luxury estate management
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle complex setups and logistics
• Discreet, professional, and highly organised
• Technically confident with household systems and smart home technology
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable managing staff and liaising with a high-profile family’s extended team
• Flexible, proactive, and calm under pressure.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned House Manager to take on a new, exciting project and really make it their own.

Paying up to £80K for the right candidate.

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