A superb opening for a seasoned, meticulous Estate/Household/Facilities Manager to ensure the smooth running of a private residence for a high-profile family, overseeing both the property and its team of staff. The ideal candidate brings tact, dependability, a can-do attitude, adaptability, and sharp problem-solving instincts.

Please note: a full UK driving licence is essential, along with the confidence to drive competently in central London traffic.

Responsibilities

• Manage the ordering and procurement of household supplies
• Carry out routine security walk-throughs of the house and grounds
• Help onboard and train new household staff
• Look after peripheral estate responsibilities during quieter periods — think bike upkeep, garage/storage organisation, and general grounds monitoring
• Drive family members and household staff safely and discreetly whenever needed
• Serve as the go-to liaison for tradespeople and contractors visiting the property
• Keep a running inventory of household items and equipment, reordering or replacing stock as required
• Take ownership of the property’s overall condition and upkeep, keeping day-to-day operations running seamlessly
• Remain reachable for urgent callouts, including alarm activations, outside of standard hours
• Play an active part in administrative tasks, from budget tracking to coordinating the household calendar
• Handle errands and shopping duties on an as-needed basis
• Maintain accurate records for all vehicles kept on site
• Oversee housekeeping and maintenance personnel day to day, ensuring standards are consistently met
• Carry out occasional grounds and DIY-type tasks as they arise
• Support the coordination of refurbishment or renovation projects
• Keep vehicles road-ready, running pre- and post-journey checks
• Liaise closely with fellow staff to keep the household functioning smoothly as a unit

Key Skills

• Willing to put in extra hours from time to time as the role demands
• Fluent in both English and Russian
• Solid grasp of property upkeep and building work — comfortable pricing services and steering projects through to completion
• A composed, trustworthy, adaptable, and diplomatic personality
• Experience working within the UK, with an existing right to work here
• Comfortable operating within a close, collaborative household team, with the ability to also direct others
• Around five years or more in a Household, Estate, or Property Management capacity, ideally
• A clean, valid UK driving licence

Job Benefits

• A stable, permanent position with long-term prospects
• Live-out arrangement with straightforward commuting access
• A competitive salary in line with the market, plus potential for a discretionary bonus
• A well-situated position in central London