Global House Manager

4 months ago


Dubai, United Arab Emirates Achieve Hospitality Full time

**Position: Global House Manager/ Household Operations Manager**
**Location: Dubai (with extensive international travel)**
**Reports to: Principal/ Head of Family Office**
**Start date: ASAP**
**Salary: €100,000 - €125,000 net per annum**

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and experienced professional to join a prestigious private household and take on a challenging role that offers international travel and the chance to work with a dedicated team. If you have a passion for providing exceptional service, managing high-end properties, and thriving in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.

Duties will involve building and managing teams of the household staff at all properties, managing the household’s schedules and calendars, event planning, organising, and coordination, scheduling and overseeing home maintenance and repair work, overseeing the work of household contractors, overseeing the procurement of household goods, being hands-on with all administrative duties, including paying bills, budgeting and managing
household schedules.

**Duties and responsibilities**

Household Operations Management
- Oversee the day-to-day operations and management of multiple properties, ensuring that all residences are maintained to the highest standards.
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to streamline processes and maintain consistency across properties.
- Manage household budgets, including financial planning, expense tracking, and cost control.
- Oversee the coordination and execution of events, parties, and special projects.
Team Management
- Recruit, train, and manage a team of private household staff across various residences.
- Set performance expectations, provide ongoing feedback, and conduct performance evaluations.
- Foster a positive and professional work environment, encouraging teamwork, communication, and a strong work ethic.
- Coordinate schedules, assignments, and coverage for household staff, ensuring optimal staffing levels at all times.

**Estate and Asset Management**
- Oversee the maintenance and security of properties, including regular inspections and coordination of repairs and renovations.
- Manage household inventories, including fine art, antiques, valuables, and collectibles.
- Collaborate with external service providers, including contractors, interior designers, and landscapers, to maintain and enhance the properties.

**Confidentiality and Discretion**
- Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and discretion in all matters relating to the principal/family.
- Handle sensitive information, documents, and communication with utmost professionalism and confidentiality.
Essential criteria
- Proven experience in a similar role managing private residences, luxury hotels, or estates.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities, with a proven track record of leading and developing a diverse team.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact with individuals at all levels.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to excellence in service delivery.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and make effective decisions in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of international travel logistics, including visas, customs, and immigration procedures.
- Flexibility and willingness to travel extensively, often at short notice.
- Proficiency in English and Spanish would be an advantage

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: AED400,000.00 - AED500,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Dubai: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)

**Experience**:

- house management: 5 years (required)
- private household: 5 years (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 100% (required)



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