House Manager in Paris, France


A family based in Paris is looking for a house manager to manage their property. There are currently employed other domestic staff (driver and housekeeper). Suitable candidate must demonstrate versatility and assist the staff when necessary.

The house manager/butler will be responsible for supervising the staff and informing the family office regarding the life within the household. 

Profile
  • 5 years’ experience in a similar position for one family 
  • Fluent French
  • Good communication skills 
  • Multi-tasking person
  • Discreet 
  • Availability (flexible schedule, extra hours)
  • Flexibility 
  • Punctuality 
  • Attention to details 
  • Driving License 
  • CRB certificate (less than 3 months) 

Responsibilities 
  • Responsibility for the whole household and domestic staff (house manager) 
  • Managing the staff
  • Reporting to the family office
  • Serving at receptions 
  • Supervising the work of contractors 
  • Managing the budget of the household 
  • Handyman duties (light home repairs, managing stocks, maintenance of alarms)
  • Formal and informal table service 
  • Managing emergencies
  • Managing the collection of arts and silvers 
  • Preparing breakfast in case of absence of the chef
  • Assisting staff in their daily duties
  • Managing schedules for the staff
  • Personnel management (communication, training, supervision)
  • Taking special training on restoration works
  • Reporting to the family office regarding household budget, working hours, staff, house renovations
  • Weekly reporting about the work of the staff
  • Security and safety of the property   

Schedule 
5 days/week (working weekends if necessary). High availability when the principals are present 
From 9 am to 5 pm when principals absent 

​Salary 
Negotiable (depending on the profile and experience of the candidate)
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Position filled ​