A UNIQUE ASSISTANT HOUSE MANAGER OPPORTUNITY IN LONDON

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly organised Assistant House Manager to join a private household in London. This is a varied and hands-on position, supporting the smooth running of the property while also providing a high level of personal assistance to the principal.
 
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running and presentation of the property, coordinating household staff and contractors, managing maintenance and vendors, and ensuring the home is consistently maintained to a high standard. You will also take responsibility for personal appointments, errands, travel arrangements, wardrobe management and other lifestyle requirements.
 
This role would suit someone who naturally thinks ahead, is proactive and solution-focused, and is confident taking ownership of tasks from start to finish. A genuine concierge-style approach is essential, with discretion, attention to detail and the ability to anticipate the principal’s needs being paramount. The Assistant House Manager will work closely with the Executive Assistant and Housekeeper, acting as an important point of contact within the household. You should be equally comfortable coordinating contractors and budgets as you are assisting with housekeeping, food shopping, packing, appointments and ad hoc requests.
 
The role will involve travel with the principal for up to 12 weeks per year, across both business and leisure trips, ensuring a seamless “home from home” experience. Flexibility to accompany the principal to occasional events and appointments will also be required.
 
DUTIES TO INCLUDE:

• Manage the Principal’s personal appointments, social engagements, restaurant bookings, club invitations and ad hoc errands
• Proactively anticipate the Principal’s needs, manage potential conflicts and ensure a seamless day-to-day service
• Coordinate complex business and leisure travel alongside the Executive Assistant, including flights, hotels, transfers and itineraries
• Maintain the Principal’s personal documentation, including passports, identification, health cards and vaccination records
• Oversee the day-to-day running, presentation and maintenance of the London property, including regular interior and exterior inspections
• Supervise and assist the Housekeeping team, including laundry, dry cleaning and general household duties, providing cover when required
• Source and manage household suppliers, vendors and contractors, obtaining quotes, monitoring costs and overseeing maintenance and renovation projects
• Manage household budgets, invoices, petty cash, receipts and banking records
• Maintain high service standards throughout the property, with a discreet and polished concierge-style approach
• Oversee food shopping, preparation and cooking for the Principal when required, focusing on fresh, organic produce
• Hold regular meetings with the Housekeeper to coordinate priorities, delegate tasks and monitor standards
• Manage the Principal’s wardrobe, including packing, unpacking, organisation and maintaining packing lists
• Coordinate seasonal property maintenance and ensure household manuals and procedures remain up to date
• Organise and record all deliveries, shipments and packages for the Principal and property
• Oversee the care and handling of fine art, antiques, fine furniture and collectables
• Travel with the Principal for up to 12 weeks per year, assisting with packing, unpacking, travel arrangements and providing a seamless “home from home” experience
• Accompany the Principal to selected appointments and events and assist with ad hoc requests as required

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Previous experience in a private household, superyachts, UHNW environment, luxury hospitality or a similar high-service setting
• Experience as an Assistant House Manager, House Manager, Household Manager, PA or similar multi-faceted role
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Naturally proactive, forward-thinking and confident anticipating needs before they arise
• Strong administrative and organisational skills, including diary, documentation, invoices, budgets and record keeping
• Comfortable managing household staff, contractors, vendors and external suppliers
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to act as a trusted point of contact
• A polished, discreet and professional manner with a genuine concierge-style approach
• Appreciation and understanding of high-end interiors, fine art, antiques and valuable furnishings
• Happy to be hands-on and assist with housekeeping, food preparation, errands and other practical household requirements when needed
• Strong travel experience and flexibility to travel with the Employer for extended periods
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of responsibilities
• Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to assist with ad hoc requests and changing priorities
• Excellent references and a stable employment history
• Full right to work in the UK