Looking to Hire a House Manager in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
1846 LDM
Dubai
January 23, 2022
To be discussed
Job description
An experienced House Manager is required for a new household belonging to a family that recently relocated from Europe to Dubai, the UAE.
The House Manager will organise and coordinate house administration and procedures, to ensure organisational effectiveness, efficiency, and safety.
The House Manager is responsible for developing intra-house communication, streamlining procedures, inventory control, staff supervision and task delegation.
Energetic professional who doesn't mind wearing multiple hats. Experienced in handling a wide range of administrative and household support related tasks and able to work independently with little or no supervision. Well organised, flexible and enjoys the challenges of supporting a busy household of family and staff.
This is a live-out position. Start date: ASAP
The House Manager will organise and coordinate house administration and procedures, to ensure organisational effectiveness, efficiency, and safety.
The House Manager is responsible for developing intra-house communication, streamlining procedures, inventory control, staff supervision and task delegation.
Energetic professional who doesn't mind wearing multiple hats. Experienced in handling a wide range of administrative and household support related tasks and able to work independently with little or no supervision. Well organised, flexible and enjoys the challenges of supporting a busy household of family and staff.
This is a live-out position. Start date: ASAP
Responsibilities
• Point person for maintenance, mailing, shipping, supplies, equipment, bills and errands
• Organise and schedule repairs and servicing
• Partner with Family Office to maintain house policies as necessary
• Organise house operations and procedures
• Coordinate with IT department on all AV equipment
• Manage relationships with vendors, service providers and landlord, ensuring that all items are invoiced and paid on time
• Manage contract and price negotiations with office vendors, service providers and office lease
• Provide general support to visitors
• Responsible for developing and implementing office policies by setting up procedures and standards to guide the operation of the office
• Allocate tasks and assignments to subordinates and monitor their performance
• Perform review and analysis of special projects and keep the Family Office properly informed
• Responsible for recruiting staff for the house and providing orientation and training to new employees
• Participate actively in the planning and execution of household parties
• Responsible for developing standards and promoting activities that enhance operational procedures
• Allocate available resources to enable successful task performance
• Design and implement filing systems
• Establish and monitor procedures for record-keeping
• Manage internal staff relations
• Maintain a safe and secure working environment
Requirements
- Proven household management, administrative or assistant experience
- Knowledge of household management responsibilities, systems and procedures
- Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritise work
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisational and planning skills
- The House Manager will need to have excellent attention to detail and good communication skills are key.
- It is preferential but not essential that the prospective candidate has previous experience working with Family Offices/UHNW across a wide variety of asset classes and jurisdictions which would have led them to develop their own network of valuable contacts.
- Previous experience of working in Dubai and knowledge of Dubai will be a plus
Work conditions
- To be discussed
Salary
To be discussed
This job offer is introduced to you by Marina Shevchenko
This job offer is managed by Morgan Mallet International's agency Dubai - UAE
Address : Sentro Business Center The Onyx Tower 2, The Greens Sheikh Zayed Road - 1107 11th Floor - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Marina Shevchenko
Recruiter
Marina Shevchenko is a dedicated professional with a decade-long journey at Morgan & Mallet International, beginning part-time in 2014 and transitioning to full-time in 2015. Specialising in client and candidate relations, she excels in catering to individuals from the UK, US, and Eastern Europe. Fluent in English, Ukrainian, and Russian, Marina's multilingual skills facilitate seamless communication. Her role extends beyond borders, having managed Morgan & Mallet's offices in the UK and Ukraine. Marina's passion lies in understanding the distinct requirements of clients and candidates, ensuring perfect matches that align with their goals and personalities. She thrives on forging lasting connections and delivering exceptional service.
Morgan & Mallet International - Household staffing agency
This job offer is managed by Morgan Mallet International's agency Dubai - UAE
Address : Sentro Business Center The Onyx Tower 2, The Greens Sheikh Zayed Road - 1107 11th Floor - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Role has been filled already
Permanent
Full time
Domestic Staff
Reference
1846 LDM
City
Dubai
Country
United Arab Emirates
Posted
January 23, 2022
Salary
To be discussed
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