03 Aug
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Elite Butlers
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India
03 Aug
Elite Butlers
India
Job Title: Household Manager – Private UHNI Residence
Location: Mumbai
Employment Type: Full time
Overview
We are seeking an experienced and highly professional Household Manager for a prestigious private family residence in Mumbai. The successful candidate will oversee the complete operations of a large luxury residence while managing an established team of long-serving staff.
The ideal candidate will bring international exposure, preferably from Europe, the UK, or the Middle East, with a proven track record of managing large private households, estates, or luxury hospitality environments. The ability to adapt seamlessly within the Indian operating environment will be essential.
This is a hands-on leadership role, where the Household Manager is expected to maintain the highest service standards while also stepping in personally when required. The role requires discretion, professionalism, and a strong commitment to service excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily operations of a large private residence (approx. 35,000 sq. ft.)
- Lead, supervise, and motivate a team of 25+ household staff across service, housekeeping, culinary, security, logistics, and maintenance
- Implement and monitor SOPs, rosters, and service standards aligned with international private household and luxury hospitality benchmarks
- Ensure the residence is fully prepared ahead of principal and guest arrivals, maintaining impeccable attention to detail
- Coordinate and manage vendors, contractors, and suppliers within the local operating environment
- Train and mentor household staff, enhancing service delivery and hospitality standards
- Manage household budgets, procurement, inventories, and accounts in coordination with the family office or representatives
- Oversee formal service, guest hospitality, and special events with the highest level of discretion and professionalism
- Maintain a hands-on and proactive approach, stepping in whenever required to ensure seamless operations
Candidate Requirements
- Proven experience managing large private households or estates with teams of 25–30 staff
- Background in luxury private residences, estates, or 5-star hospitality environments
- Experience working in international households or cross-cultural environments (India, GCC, Europe, or UK preferred)
- Strong understanding of staff management, SOP implementation, vendor coordination, and hospitality standards
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Fluent English required; Hindi or other local language is an advantage
- High level of professional discretion, integrity, and service orientation
Role Details
- Location: Private residence in Mumbai (accommodation provided nearby)
- Schedule: 6 days per week, approximately 10–12 hours per day depending on household requirements
- Compensation: Competitive salary package, commensurate with experience
- Leave: Approximately 6 weeks annual leave, along with additional time off during periods when the family is traveling
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