Estate Manager job (M/F) in London, United Kingdom

London

Job Description

An ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) principal is looking to appoint an accomplished Estate Manager to take responsibility for three private residences located in London, Monaco and Dubai.

Operating primarily from London, the successful candidate will oversee all aspects of property management, household operations and staff supervision across the international portfolio. The objective is to ensure that each residence is maintained to exceptional standards, supported by a well-organised team and prepared for the principal’s arrival at any time.

This is a senior appointment suited to an established estate management professional with extensive private household experience, strong leadership capabilities and the ability to coordinate complex operations across multiple international locations.

Responsibilities

Direct the overall management, maintenance and daily operations of all three residences.
Recruit, lead and develop household staff, overseeing training, rotas, performance and staffing requirements.
Ensure each property is fully prepared ahead of the principal’s visits, coordinating arrivals, departures and transitions between residences.
Manage property budgets, household expenditure, supplier payments, invoices and financial reporting.
Plan and supervise maintenance programmes, refurbishments and improvement works, coordinating contractors and specialist suppliers.
Oversee property security arrangements, insurance policies, asset registers and inventories.
Ensure the appropriate care, maintenance and protection of valuable furnishings, artwork and other household assets.
Act as the main point of contact between the principal, family office, professional advisors and household teams.
Coordinate private entertaining, guest accommodation and events across the three residences.
Establish consistent service standards, operational procedures and reporting practices across the property portfolio.
Identify operational needs in advance and implement practical solutions to maintain the highest standards of service and property presentation.

Job Requirements

Extensive experience as an Estate Manager within UHNW private households, with a strong record of managing complex residential operations.
Demonstrated expertise in overseeing multiple properties, ideally across international jurisdictions.
Proven ability to lead diverse household teams and maintain consistently high standards of performance.
Strong financial acumen, including budget management, expenditure control and supplier negotiations.
Excellent project management skills, with experience coordinating maintenance, renovations and external contractors.
Highly organised, proactive and attentive to detail, with the ability to anticipate requirements and resolve issues independently.
Professional, discreet and confident when working directly with a principal and their representatives.
Willingness and flexibility to travel regularly between London, Monaco and Dubai.
Existing legal right to work in the United Kingdom.

Working Conditions

Full-time, permanent appointment.
Primary base in London, with regular international travel to Monaco and Dubai.
Start date: As soon as possible, with commencement required no later than January 2027.

Salary

£90,000–£130,000 gross per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.

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