House Manager/Personal Assistant

To succeed in this role, you will need: Previous experience in a similar role as House Manager / Personal Assistant Fluency in English and French both written and spoken, is mandatory. Some proficiency in Italian would be advantageous. The ideal candidate will be be highly organised, self-motivated, possess a positive attitude and ease with performing the many and varied administrative and personal assistance tasks in this role. Successful experience with all aspects of staff management and training. Experience and skill with the management of high value/classic automobile collection. The candidate will be expected to live in Menton during week, either at the private cottage provided on the property or close by. To be polished, discreet, professional, have a positive and service-oriented attitude, be helpful, trustworthy, honest, resourceful, energetic and adaptable. An in-depth knowledge of household management, budgets and maintenance. Be skilled at time management and have the ability to work within deadlines, effortlessly switch between disparate tasks. Be comfortable and productive whilst working independently and unsupervised. A valid Driver's Licence and be able to drive a manual transmission. Skill and experience with chauffeuring passengers. An understanding, experience, and familiarity with French administrative paperwork. A knowledge of the rules and customs in France. Strong computer skills and be technologically proficient and confident with creating backups, performing on-line research, spreadsheets, e-mail, and be knowledgeable about internet security.