9270: House Manager in Central London, UK

Schedule: Monday–Friday (approximately 7 –8 months of the year), with flexibility required when the principals are in residence

Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience

Accommodation: Live-out role, with live-in accommodation provided when the principals are in residence

Due to cultural reasons we are recruiting for a Female House Manager only

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly professional House Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of a formal UHNW family residence in Central London. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring exceptional organisational skills, strong people management, and a commitment to delivering the highest standards of household service and efficiency

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily management and smooth operation of the household
• Lead, motivate, and manage the permanent/temporary household team, fostering a positive and high-performing working environment
• Maintain exceptional standards of service throughout the residence
• Coordinate staff rotas, daily duties, and performance reviews
• Manage household, inventories, and supplier relationships where required
• Ensure the property is maintained to impeccable standards at all times
• Oversee contractors
• Anticipate the needs of the principals and provide proactive, practical solutions
• Maintain the highest level of discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism

Candidate Requirements

• A minimum of five years' experience as a House Manager within an UHNW private household
• Proven experience managing large teams of up to 30 staff
• Longevity in previous roles
• Hands on experience of silver service
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to build, motivate, and manage successful teams
• Excellent organisational, administrative, and IT skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities with exceptional attention to detail
• Calm, professional, and solutions-focused under pressure
• Flexible and adaptable, particularly during periods when extended family and guests are in residence
• High levels of discretion, integrity, and professionalism
• Confident managing household maintenance and coordinating external contractors
• Full eligibility to work in the UK