PSA243: Live in Experienced Domestic Couple for Private Country Estate in the English Countryside, UK

Job Reference: # PSA 243

Live in Experienced Housekeeper and Houseman couple 

Location: Private Country Estate | English Countryside Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE 

Accommodation: Off site 4 bed House provided 

Start Date: asap

 
Overview An exceptional opportunity has become available for an experienced and highly professional Housekeeping Couple to join a prestigious private estate set within the heart of the English countryside.

The principals, a discerning couple are seeking a refined, discreet, and hands-on couple who take genuine pride in maintaining impeccable standards within a luxury private household. This is a long-term position ideally suited to candidates looking for stability, trust, and the privilege of working within a beautiful estate environment. 

The Role 

This is a varied and rewarding position requiring initiative, precision, and a thorough understanding of the expectations within a UHNW private residence. The principals are a couple with no children who have other staffed properties and  travel with their own chef. this is a private estate with no commercial events.

Housekeeper Responsibilities

• To deliver immaculate daily housekeeping to five-star standards
• Expert laundry and wardrobe management, including couture, delicate  fabrics, and fine linens
• Seasonal deep cleaning and specialist care of antiques, artwork, and high-value interiors
• Silver care and preparation of formal entertaining spaces
• Confident assistance with hospitality and service when required
• Happy to help chef during meal service when needed
• Making sure house is in a state of readiness at all times,  responsible for House presentation arranging flowers and overseeing stock  levels
• Shopping when needed to stock house food levels when required
• Plan for winter deep cleans when principals are away

Houseman responsibilities

• Applicant is required to work with the Housekeeper to keep the main house in a state of readiness
• Required to have an understanding of CCTV and alarm systems
• Working as part of a team when needed outside assisting the  external gardeners when needed – gardener experience is an advantage.
• A full working understanding of all associated equipment within the  main house carrying out any simple maintenance if needed.
• High-value vehicle care and presentation. Able to clean and look  after estate vehicles. Confident to take principals to airports and trains when needed. Experience of  driving into London is helpful
• Light property maintenance, changing bulbs assisting Housekeeper  with furniture moves and overseeing external contractors as required
• General household duties helping housekeeper when required 
• lay fires and prepare house for principals arrivals.

Additional Duties

• Chauffeur duties Driving responsibilities, including errands, airport transfers, and guest transport
• Occasional dog care
• General estate and in-house support when principals are in residence
• Acting as shared key holders and responding to alarm activations on a rota basis when  necessary

The Ideal Couple

• Proven long-term experience working for UHNW or high-profile  principals in positions showing longevity in previous roles as a couple.
• Currently resident in the UK with full right to work
• Demonstrated career stability with excellent, previous references  and contactable referees.
• Flexibility when principals are in residence- time back in lieu if  needed.
• Discreet, loyal, and self-motivated with a strong understanding of  privacy
• Technically competent with modern household systems, including CCTV and alarms .
• Full, clean UK driving licences
• Comfortable working around pets
• Able to supervise junior staff when team is complete
• Seeking a genuine long-term commitment within a private estate  setting
• Familiar with word, emails and general computer use.
• Able to send reports if needed to the principals.
• Able to manage budgets and cash flow keeping detailed records for cash reimbursements.
• Able to provide verifiable references for current and past employment.

The Package

• Salary up to £70,000 per annum (dependent on experience) plus benefits.
• Charming off-site  4 bed House with garage and  garden provided 
• Flexibility required when principals are in residence
• Immediate start available
• Vehicle to use for business purposes

This role offers not only a competitive financial package, but the rare opportunity to become a valued and trusted part of a beautifully managed private estate for years to come

Client looking to interview asap