Job Title: House Manager/Personal Assistant (UHNW Private Household)
Location: West London, with occasional travel to country residence (Home Counties)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: c. £80,000 - £100,000 DOE
Overview:
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced and discreet House Manager/PA to support an UHNW family in their residence in West London. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role with a primary focus (80%) on House Management and secondary (20%) PA responsibilities. The successful candidate will be responsible for the smooth daily running of the household, staff management, and ensuring exceptional standards at all times.
Key Responsibilities – House Management (80%):
- Oversee the daily operations of the property to ensure it is maintained to the highest standards
- Manage and coordinate household staff
- Liaise with external service providers and tradespeople
- Implement and manage household procedures, manuals, inventories, and schedules
- Oversee household budgets, petty cash, and general expenses
- Organise events and formal/informal gatherings on behalf of the principals
- Ensure all security and health & safety systems are operational and regularly maintained
- Travel to country residence (Home Counties) when required
PA Duties (20%): - Diary and calendar management for the principals
- Personal shopping, gift sourcing, errand running
- Booking travel (both private and commercial), restaurants, appointments
- Handling confidential documents and personal administration
- Coordination with other staff and the family office
Candidate Requirements: - Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a similar role within an UHNW private household
- Exceptional leadership and staff management experience
- Impeccable discretion, loyalty and professionalism
- Strong communication skills and the ability to anticipate needs
- Highly proactive, resourceful and calm under pressure
- London-based with excellent knowledge of local suppliers and services
- Tech-savvy and proficient in Microsoft Office and household management systems
- Full UK driving licence preferred
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, with flexibility for occasional weekend or evening support as needed.
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: £80,000 - £100,000 DOE