Live-In House Manager
Near Shipston on Stour, Cotswolds, UK
Salary: 50-60k plus cottage
The Burford Recruitment Company are working on behalf of a private client who is seeking a highly skilled, experienced and proactive House Manager to oversee the maintenance and operation of a magnificent historical property in the heart of the Cotswolds. The Principal visits around four times a year, so it is essential that the estate is maintained to the highest standards at all times. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for historical properties, countryside luxury living, and a keen eye for detail.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Oversee the day-to-day management of this prestigious estate, ensuring it is always presented to the highest possible standard.
2. Lead, train, and manage a small team of household staff, including housekeeping, maintenance, and groundskeeping.
3. Ensure the house is maintained and prepared for the principal's visits, with a focus on comfort, cleanliness, and style.
4. Manage scheduling and logistics of staff, maintenance, and any events or occasions hosted at the property.
5. Supervise housekeeping, ensuring all areas of the property, both indoor and outdoor, are immaculately maintained.
6. Liaise with external contractors, ensuring any repairs or renovations are handled promptly and to the highest standard.
7. Organise, coordinate, and oversee any required catering, entertaining, or special events as per the principal's preferences.
8. Manage budgets and inventories, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness across the household's needs.
9. Maintain high levels of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism at all times.
Key Skills and Experience:
1. Proven experience as a House Manager or in a similar role within a private household or luxury estate is essential.
2. Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and manage a small team.
3. An understanding and appreciation of the complexities of managing a historic property.
4. Exceptional attention to detail and standards, with a strong sense of pride in ensuring everything is maintained impeccably.
5. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
6. Flexibility to manage varying workloads, with the ability to plan ahead for the principal's visits and any events.
7. Discretion and professionalism are paramount in handling private matters and the principal's requirements.
8. A full, clean driving license and a willingness to take on other ad-hoc tasks as required.
Accommodation:
1. This is a live-in position with comfortable, private accommodation provided on-site.
2. Partners and pets are considered.
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