Houseman
Position : Houseman
Start Date : ASAP
Location : Primarily London, with frequent travel to family residences in Europe and the United States
Accommodation : Live-in or Live-out
Salary : To be confirmed
Working Days/Hours : To be confirmed – flexibility required
A private family is seeking a dedicated and adaptable Houseman to join their household team. The successful candidate will accompany the principals to their various international residences, providing a seamless level of support and ensuring that daily operations run smoothly.
This is a highly varied role that combines hands-on household duties, light cooking, staff support, and personal assistance. The ideal candidate will be flexible, caring, calm under pressure, well-organised, and cheerful, with a can-do attitude and willingness to travel frequently.
Key Responsibilities:
- Cooking: Prepare simple, healthy meals for the principals as required
- Household Support: Assist with day-to-day running of the home, including tidiness, light maintenance, and general household organization
- House Management: Support household operations, liaising with and assisting other staff (housekeepers, drivers, chefs, etc) to ensure smooth service
- PA & Administrative Support: Help coordinate logistics, errands, bookings, and any other ad hoc personal or administrative tasks
- Staff Assistance & Recruitment: Support the principals in recruiting, on-boarding, and coordinating household staff when needed
- Valet/PA to the principal’s husband: Assist with wardrobe management, packing/unpacking, travel preparation, and general personal support
- Travel: Accompany the principals between properties and ensure all needs are met during trips
Candidate Profile
- Previous experience in a private household or similar service environment
- Flexible and adaptable — comfortable with changing schedules and travel
- Caring, calm, and discreet, with excellent interpersonal skills
- Organised and proactive, able to anticipate needs and multitask
- Cheerful and positive, bringing a sense of warmth and reliability to the household
- Holds a valid EU passport and right to work in the UK
- Driver’s licence preferred
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