House Manager

**Employment Type:** Full-Time (Live-In)

1. Household & Staff Management

• Manage and supervise all household staff, including housekeepers, butlers, chefs, drivers, gardeners, maintenance personnel, and security staff.
• Prepare staff schedules, duty rosters, and leave plans.
• Conduct staff training and performance evaluations.
• Maintain palace service standards and household protocols.
• Recruit and onboard new household staff when required.

2. Palace Operations Management

• Oversee daily palace operations to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, presentation, and organization throughout the property.
• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure all family requirements are attended to promptly and professionally.

3. Property & Maintenance Oversight

• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Liaise with contractors, suppliers, and service providers.
• Monitor landscaping, swimming pools, technical systems, and luxury assets.
• Ensure all palace facilities remain in excellent condition.

4. Guest & VIP Hospitality Management

• Coordinate VIP arrivals, departures, and guest stays.
• Ensure exceptional hospitality and service standards.
• Supervise special events, receptions, and family gatherings.
• Coordinate with chefs, florists, decorators, and event vendors.

5. Budget & Inventory Management

• Prepare and monitor household budgets.
• Control operating expenses and petty cash.
• Manage procurement of household supplies and luxury items.
• Maintain detailed inventory records for palace assets, furniture, artwork, silverware, and valuables.

6. Travel & Lifestyle Coordination

• Coordinate travel arrangements, accommodation, transportation, and itineraries for family members.
• Support family events, personal appointments, and lifestyle requirements.
• Coordinate with family offices, personal assistants, and external stakeholders.

7. Security & Confidentiality

• Ensure strict confidentiality regarding family matters.
• Coordinate with security teams to maintain safety and privacy.
• Monitor access control and visitor management procedures.
• Handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience as House Manager, Palace Manager, Estate Manager, or Luxury Residence Manager.
• Experience working with Royal Families, UHNW families, VIP residences, or luxury estates is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of luxury hospitality standards and private household operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Fluent English required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and household management systems.

• Luxury Hospitality Standards

• Household Administration

• Budgeting & Cost Control

• Event Management
• Vendor Management
• Problem Solving

• Confidentiality & Discretion

• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Pay: AED18,000.00 - AED20,000.00 per month

Application Question(s)

• Have you worked with VIP, UHNW, or Royal Family principals before?
• Do you have experience managing a private residence, palace, or luxury villa?
• Have you coordinated private events or family functions?

Experience

• private residence, palace, or luxury villa: 8 years (Required)
• VIP, UHNW, or Royal Family: 10 years (Required)