household/family manager

Job Opportunity: Household/Family Manager

We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly organized, and energetic Household Manager (also known as Family Manager or Household Coordinator) to join our family and oversee the day-to-day operations of our home. This is a key leadership position, where the right candidate will be responsible for managing multiple households, household staff, travel arrangements, event planning, and much more. If you are a self-starter with excellent instincts, who thrives on anticipating needs and tackling challenges, we want to meet you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Teamwork: Manage and oversee household staff, ensuring tasks are delegated efficiently and the team works harmoniously.
• Travel Management: Coordinate travel plans including flights, accommodations, itineraries, and special requests for the family.
• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with external vendors and contractors, ensuring quality service and timely completion of tasks.
• Party & Event Planning: Organize and execute events, parties, and gatherings, bringing creativity and excitement to every occasion.
• Household Operations: Oversee daily operations of multiple homes, ensuring all needs are met from scheduling to maintenance to personal errands.
• Communication: Serve as the point of contact for household staff, vendors, and the family, providing clear and timely communication.
• Organization & Efficiency: Maintain household schedules, manage inventories, and ensure smooth operations by anticipating needs before they arise.
• Discretion & Professionalism: Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding family matters and sensitive information.
• Problem Solving: Approach challenges with a solution-oriented mindset and take initiative in solving problems as they arise.

What We’re Looking For:

• Energetic & Positive Attitude: You must be a “go-getter” who is joyful, energetic, and thrives in a dynamic environment.
• Leadership Skills: A natural leader who is comfortable delegating tasks, managing staff, and overseeing various moving parts while fostering a positive environment.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficient in technology, from managing smart home systems to coordinating travel and household schedules.
• Organizational Expertise: Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and responsibilities across different households simultaneously.
• Event Planning & Creativity: Highly skilled in planning and executing events and gatherings with creativity and attention to detail.
• Discretion & Respect: A professional who values confidentiality and represents the family with the utmost respect and integrity.
• Self-Starter & Problem-Solver: A proactive, independent worker who anticipates needs and takes on challenges with minimal direction.
• Interpersonal Skills: The ability to read people and work effectively with a diverse team while maintaining strong, respectful relationships with all parties.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a Household Manager, Family Manager, or in a similar role preferred.
• Experience in managing household staff, vendors, and complex scheduling.
• Strong background in technology, travel coordination, and household organization.
• Ability to plan and execute events, large or small, with creativity and precision.
• Discretion is a must: A background check will be required to ensure professionalism and trustworthiness.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Compensation:

• This is a competitive position with an attractive salary, based on experience.
• The position offers a dynamic and exciting work environment with opportunities for personal growth.

To Apply: If you are passionate about creating a well-organized, efficient, and positive environment while representing a family with professionalism, we would love to hear from you. Please send your resume along with a cover letter outlining why you’d be a perfect fit for this position.