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Butler

Butler/Property Manager job (M/F) in Southampton, New York, USA

New York

Job Description

A private household is seeking an accomplished Butler / Property Manager to oversee the day-to-day running, maintenance and service standards of its primary residence in Southampton, New York.

This position combines traditional private service with hands-on property management. The successful candidate will coordinate maintenance and renovation projects, monitor household operations, manage administrative records and provide polished support for formal entertaining and guest accommodation.

Working alongside an established team of housekeeping professionals and a part-time assistant, the Butler / Property Manager will be expected to take ownership of responsibilities, anticipate requirements and resolve issues efficiently with minimal supervision. The household operates within a structured environment with established procedures and clear professional expectations, offering scope for long-term development.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate property repairs, renovations and construction projects, overseeing progress from planning through completion
  • Maintain a preventative maintenance schedule and ensure household systems, equipment and facilities remain in excellent working order
  • Assist with measurements, design considerations and practical planning for property improvement projects
  • Organise household errands, including purchases, collections and store returns
  • Prepare the residence for formal entertaining, including table settings, dinner parties and guest room arrangements
  • Maintain accurate operational records, budgets and expense documentation using Excel and other digital tools
  • Review, document and obtain the necessary approvals for household expenditure
  • Oversee general operational requirements throughout the Southampton residence
  • Coordinate effectively with the household manager, part-time assistant, housekeeper and head housekeeper
  • Identify potential issues before they escalate and implement practical solutions with urgency and sound judgement
  • Maintain strict confidentiality and consistently uphold the household’s standards of service
  • Assist with the daily care and needs of the household’s dogs

Job Requirements

  • At least five years of professional experience in a formal private household, ideally in a Butler, Property Manager or Estate Management position
  • Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities independently
  • Strong technical proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Excel, spreadsheets and digital record-keeping
  • Excellent written communication and administrative skills
  • A polished, professional manner suited to a traditional private household
  • The judgement to maintain appropriate professional boundaries while remaining attentive and responsive
  • Comfortable working within formal household protocols and established management systems
  • Highly discreet and trustworthy when handling personal, financial and confidential information
  • A proactive mindset, strong attention to detail and the ability to anticipate the family’s requirements
  • Comfortable around dogs and genuinely interested in their daily care
  • Candidates already based in the New York area are strongly preferred

Working Conditions

  • Paid vacation starting at two weeks annually, with an additional week accrued every two years
  • Paid holidays
  • Health insurance is not provided
  • Established household procedures and clearly defined responsibilities
  • Working hours and time records managed through the household manager
  • A structured recruitment process, including professional reference checks and a paid trial day

Salary

The position offers a monthly salary of $11,000–$12,000, depending on the candidate’s experience and suitability.

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Luc Moreau
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Spécialisé dans la fourniture de solutions de recrutement et de dotation en personnel pour divers secteurs d'activité de VIP Household. Fort de plus de trente ans d'expérience dans le secteur, je mets à votre disposition une expertise approfondie. Je suis fier de détenir les certifications ELAC et CSP, qui attestent de ma maîtrise du droit du travail et des meilleures pratiques en matière de recrutement.

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