House Manager

House Manager - Handyman/woman – Chauffeur

Location: London

Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 per annum

Our client is seeking a House manager - Handyman/woman – Chauffeur to join their team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee two Principal’s residences, all handyman tasks
• Housekeeping duties
• Effective communication with all the suppliers and contractors and schedule and oversee them
• Looking after all cars
• Driving the Principals and children when needed
• Managing all house technology to include WIFI, heating, AC, alarm, TV/AV, kitchen appliances & other electrical appliances in the house
• Pro-active approach
• Welcoming visitors and communicating with them via the intercom
• Running errands such as going to dry cleaners, post office, managing deliveries and returns, grocery & supplies shopping as requested
• Arrange appointments for personal and professional needs when asked for
• Ensure the security of the residence & Principals at all times

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role
• Experienced House Manager and Handyman - being able to fix most of the things himself rather that outsourcing
• Good negotiation skills - experienced in sourcing suppliers/contractors plus review existing agreements and suggest improvements
• Efficient, well organised and able to multi task
• Discreet and trusworthy
• Anticipatory and always willing to help
• Pleasant, flexible and co-operative personality
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude
• Understand privacy and confidentiality, being invisible yet available
• Good initiative and able to work well in a very busy and dynamic family environment
• High degree of flexibility and level of service is absolutely essential
• Good practical DIY skills
• Pleasant and personable personality
• Excellent time management
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Dress smartly and respectably at all times
• Non-smoker
• In good health
• Excellent contactable references
• Clean DBS check (or willing to undertake one)

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.