House Manager Private Residence

About the Role

We are looking for a seasoned, discreet, and service-driven House Manager to lead the daily operations of an ultra-luxury private residence. Drawing from a background in five-star hospitality or private estate management, you will ensure the home runs smoothly, proactively anticipating the Principals needs while upholding the highest standards of privacy, presentation, and efficiency.Key Responsibilities

- Household Operations: Direct all day-to-day activities of the residence, enforcing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to maintain impeccable cleanliness, presentation, and inventory control.
- Staff Leadership: Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise domestic staff, ensuring strict adherence to grooming standards, service etiquette, and performance expectations.
- Luxury Hospitality & Events: Oversee bespoke guest experiences, including arrival preparations, formal dining, private events, and personalized service for the Principal, family, and VIP guests.
- Property & Vendor Management: Coordinate preventive maintenance, external contractors, and security protocols to protect the property and ensure household safety.
- Financial & Procurement Oversight: Manage household budgets, expense tracking, and vendor negotiations,



optimizing inventory and procurement without compromising quality.
- Discretion & Administration: Maintain detailed household manuals, logs, and checklists while guaranteeing absolute confidentiality regarding the Principal and family’s private affairs.

Candidate Requirements

- Experience: 7–15 years in luxury hospitality, five-star hotel operations, or managing a private Ultra-High-Net-Worth (UHNW) residence.
- Education: Degree or diploma in Hospitality Management preferred; specialized luxury training (such as OCLD or equivalent) is a distinct advantage.
- Core Competencies: Proven track record in team leadership, vendor management, household budgeting, and high-touch guest service.
- Personal Attributes: Exceptional organizational and problem-solving abilities, unshakeable integrity, keen eye for detail, and absolute discretion.
- Availability: Adaptable schedule with the willingness to work weekends, holidays, and extended hours as dictated by the Principal's calendar.

What Success Looks Like Success in this role means creating an effortless, five-star living environment where staff are empowered, maintenance issues are resolved before they are noticed, budgets are well-managed, and the Principal enjoys complete peace of mind and privacy.

📌 House Manager (Mumbai)
🏢 Alpine Executive Search Mumbai
📍 Mumbai