hf_20260213_112729_9c7e65c5-1e93-4564-beb3-e3ab7f925e0a

Companion

Household Assistant/Companion job (M/F) in Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon

Job Description

A private UHNW household based near Lisbon is seeking a compassionate and highly dependable Household Assistant / Companion to support the smooth running of the residence while providing attentive day-to-day assistance to Madam.

This position combines hands-on household responsibilities with lifestyle support and companionship. The family is looking for a mature and emotionally intelligent individual capable of creating a calm, reassuring, and well-organised environment while respecting the principal’s privacy and personal routines.

The ideal candidate will be discreet, adaptable, and genuinely caring, with the ability to balance practical household management with a supportive and attentive presence.

This role also involves regular travel between Portugal and France.

Responsibilities

Household Management

  • Maintain the residence to a high standard of cleanliness and organisation
  • Manage household laundry, ironing, and wardrobe care
  • Prepare simple and healthy daily meals
  • Handle grocery shopping and monitor household supplies
  • Coordinate with external contractors and household service providers, including gardeners and maintenance technicians

Personal Support & Assistance

  • Drive Madam to appointments, errands, and outings
  • Provide reliable day-to-day logistical assistance and emotional support
  • Create a reassuring and peaceful atmosphere within the home
  • Assist Madam during travel between Portugal and France
  • Support occasional family gatherings and informal hosting duties when required

Job Requirements

  • Mature, discreet, and compassionate personality
  • Comfortable supporting an elderly yet fully independent individual
  • Strong listening skills and natural emotional intelligence
  • Ability to build a relationship based on trust, respect, and professionalism
  • Previous experience assisting individuals requiring additional support highly appreciated
  • Fluent French and Portuguese essential
  • Valid driving licence mandatory
  • Previous experience within a UHNW household or luxury private environment required
  • Flexible, organised, and capable of working autonomously

Working Conditions

  • Position based near Lisbon, Portugal
  • Full-time role: approximately 35 to 40 hours per week
  • Flexible schedule, ideally 6 working days per week
  • Accommodation available within a fully equipped 150 m² apartment on the property
  • Regular travel between Portugal and France included
  • Immediate start preferred

Salary

Gross annual salary of approximately €42,000. The role will initially begin on a self-employed basis, with the possibility of transitioning to a permanent contract over time.

Share this job offer on

This job offer is brought to you by Claire Dubois
We do not currently have a link to the agency handling this vacancy.
Claire Dubois
Private Employer

As a passionate and dedicated recruitment consultant at MMI, I draw on my years of hands-on experience working with private households. Although new to the recruitment industry, I bring valuable insight into the unique needs and dynamics of high-profile households. My role involves guiding the entire recruitment process, from drafting detailed job descriptions to identifying qualified candidates and coordinating interviews. With my in-depth understanding of the qualities of a successful domestic worker, I connect clients and candidates with empathy and precision. My hands-on expertise, combined with a strong commitment to excellence, ensures a thoughtful and personalized recruitment experience for each client.

This job offer is managed by MMI's agency Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Address : Jumeirah Beach Road, Villa 399b, Jumeirah 2, Dubai

Stay informed

Subscribe to receive the latest job openings and exclusive information about careers in the luxury home sector, straight to your inbox.

Similar job offers

Belgravia

A family based in Belgravia is seeking a dependable and experienced Companion / House Aide to support an elderly couple for a two-month temporary…

Caen

We are recruiting a Lady’s Companion for a private client based near Caen, in the Calvados region (14). This role is ideal for a…
Uploading

If you are a new employer, create a profile

If you are already registered, please click below to log in.