House Manager in Kensington, London, United Kingdom


Family is looking for a full time house manager for their property based in Kensington, London. They are looking for a house manager with 5 years experience in a similar role.  The house manager will work 5 days/week (Saturday – to be available on the phone, Sunday – day off; up to 10 hours/day, flexible hours).

Profile of the candidate
  • English speaking (Medical English would be a plus) Knowledge of business English
  • Russian speaking (fluently)
  • UK Driving License (would be a plus)
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and independently Flexible and dynamic
  • Responsible
  • Polite and mature
  • Multi-skilled, proactive person
  • Attention to details

Duties and responsibilities
  • Supervising work of all household staff (2 – 3 housekeepers, chauffeur, gar- dener, pool maintenance)
  • Drawing up of timetables
  • Maintenance of the property on regular and routine basis
  • Management of household repairs
  • Ensuring the cleanliness of all areas of the building
  • Managing household budgets
  • Running of personal errands
  • Ensuring that the house is stocked
  • Maintaining equipment and household supplies
  • Engaging and overseeing outside contractors, IT, conditioning and fire alarms services
  • PA duties (assisting with lifestyle management requests, schedule appointments, organise events)
  • Occasional translating (English – Russian) for the principals

Schedule
  • 5 days/week
  • Saturday – to be available on the phone Sunday – day off
  • Up to 10 hours/day (flexible hours)

Salary ​
​£36 000 gross annual + bonuses (negotiable) 

Position filled ​