Full-Time House Manager/Butler job (M/F) in Hong Kong & Tokyo, Japan
Job description
An international high-net-worth family is seeking an experienced, polished, and discreet Mandarin-speaking House Manager / Butler to oversee the smooth running of their residences in Hong Kong and Japan.
This is a live-in position requiring flexibility, strong leadership, and a service-oriented mindset. The successful candidate will ensure the highest standards of household management, staff coordination, and hospitality across multiple homes, with frequent international travel.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate household staff, including maids, drivers, tutors, and security personnel.
- Oversee daily household operations, staff schedules, and logistics.
- Liaise with chefs to plan family meals and special occasions.
- Ensure the wellbeing and comfort of family members, including managing health-related appointments and dietary preferences.
- Deliver and oversee five-star service standards for guests — table service, entertainment, gifting, and travel support.
- Manage property maintenance, vendors, and service providers across locations.
- Handle administrative duties, including budgets, expenses, invoices, and household accounts.
- Maintain detailed household manuals, inventories, and SOPs.
- Lead staff performance reviews, hiring, and scheduling processes.
- Travel ahead of the family to prepare residences and coordinate arrivals.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in UHNW or VIP households in a House Manager or Butler role.
- Background in luxury hospitality or formal butler training is highly desirable.
- Fluent in Mandarin and English (both essential).
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Professional, discreet, and highly presentable, with a strong sense of service.
- Skilled at managing multicultural teams across multiple properties.
- Passport from Hong Kong, Singapore, or Taiwan preferred for ease of travel.
- Open to applications from both male and female candidates.
Work conditions
- Schedule: 6 days per week, with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and travel.
- Base Locations: Hong Kong and Japan (live-in accommodation provided).
- Benefits: Health insurance, relocation support (including airfare), and an annual bonus.
- Start Date: ASAP
- Contract Type: Full-time, permanent (CDI)
Salary
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.
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