Our client in New York is seeking an experienced, high-energy House Manager to provide comprehensive oversight and management of all aspects of the Principal’s personal and household affairs.
Duties include, but not limited to:
Oversee and mentor household staff, ensuring they are well-trained and maintaining high service standards
Work closely with the Principal’s team, to coordinate various initiatives related to the household and the Principal’s personal or professional life
Handle household deliveries
Accompanying the Principal on trips as needed, ensuring their comfort and preferences are met
Manage household maintenance and upkeep, conducting regular inspections of the residence and household equipment, overseeing repairs, maintenance, and improvements
Keep track of household inventories, ensuring the home is always stocked with necessary items
Ensure security procedures are followed, oversee the implementation of security procedures in the home, including maintaining security equipment
Coordinate with third-party vendors
Manage household finances, overseeing the household budget, managing invoices and payments, and liaising with the Principal’s financial advisors as needed
Handle all vehicle maintenance and storage needs, as well as coordinating chauffeuring activities
Maintain the wine cellar, keeping the wine cellar clean, organized, and up-to-date
Carry out confidential errands, handling various confidential tasks and errands as requested
Maintain positive and productive relationships, liaising with building management and maintaining professional relationships with neighbors and all third parties associated with the household
Other duties and projects as assigned
This is a full-time Position:
M-F
10 am to 7pm
$150k base per year
Full benefits
Requirements, Skills, and Abilities:
Must have at least three years of relevant work experience
Excellent, verifiable past work references
Be available for the Principal’s needs at all times, including emergencies and last-minute requests
Exceptional organizational and leadership skills, adept at managing multiple tasks, projects, and a team of household staff for smooth and efficient operations
Excellent communication is a must, excelling in liaising between many parties and interacting professionally with diverse individuals
Problem-solving and financial management skills, proficient in quickly resolving household management issues and competent in managing the household budget, handling invoices, and payments
Maintains discretion, and confidentiality, and is flexible. Must be trusted to handle sensitive information and adaptable to changing circumstances and last-minute requests
Strong attention to detail, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization in the household, with an understanding of household systems and equipment
Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure, providing a stabilizing influence in the household
Strong event coordination skills, capable of working with multiple vendors and management the flawless execution of an event
Bilingual – Spanish (conversational or fluent) preferred
