The Household Manager will manage the daily operations of a townhouse, oversee maintenance, coordinate with vendors, and maintain organization and hospitality standards.
Our client is seeking an experienced, highly organized, and exceptionally trustworthy Household Manager/Personal Assistant to oversee the day-to-day operations of a historic townhouse in New York City. This individual will be responsible for ensuring the residence is maintained to the highest standards and operates seamlessly year-round, including during periods when the principals are away. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing all aspects of household operations with discretion, professionalism, and a strong sense of ownership.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily operations and overall management of the townhouse
- Coordinate and supervise all household maintenance, repairs, and preventative upkeep
- Schedule, manage, and liaise with vendors, contractors, and service providers
- Source and negotiate with outside vendors as needed
- Supervise additional household staff and ensure all work is completed to the highest standards
- Maintain the home in an organized, immaculate, and guest-ready condition at all times
- Receive deliveries and oversee household inventories and supplies
- Provide hospitality and support to guests when the principals are in residence
- Handle personal assistant duties, errands, and special projects as requested
- Ensure complete discretion and safeguard the privacy and security of the household
- Anticipate needs and adapt to changing priorities with professionalism and grace
Qualifications
- Significant prior experience managing a large, high-end private residence for an ultra-high-net-worth individual or family
- Strong administrative, organizational, and project management skills
- Proven ability to work independently and take initiative without close supervision
- Exceptional judgment, discretion, and integrity
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Comfortable coordinating multiple vendors and projects simultaneously
- Service-oriented with a hands-on approach and meticulous attention to detail
Compensation: OPEN, DOE
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