House Manager (UAE) Power International LLC

Role Overview

The House Manager is responsible for overseeing the complete management of the private residence, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, supervision of domestic staff, vendor coordination, budgeting, and maintaining high standards of hospitality, discretion, and service excellence.

This role requires strong leadership, operational efficiency, and absolute confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

1. Household Operations Management

• Oversee daily functioning of the residence.

• Ensure cleanliness, maintenance, and upkeep of the property.

• Supervise housekeeping, kitchen, drivers, security, and other domestic staff.

• Develop and implement SOPs for household operations.

2. Staff Supervision & Administration

• Recruit, train, schedule, and manage domestic staff.

• Monitor staff performance and discipline.

• Maintain attendance, payroll coordination, and leave records.

• Ensure compliance with local labor regulations (if applicable).

3. Vendor & Facility Management

• Coordinate with vendors for repairs, maintenance, AMC contracts, and utilities.

• Manage relationships with service providers (electricity, water, landscaping, pest control, etc.).

• Oversee renovation or refurbishment projects when required.

4. Budgeting & Financial Oversight

• Prepare and manage household budgets.

• Track monthly expenses and maintain financial records.

• Negotiate contracts and ensure cost control.

• Submit periodic expense reports to Principal/Family Office.

5. Hospitality & Guest Management

• Coordinate guest arrivals, stays, and hospitality arrangements.

• Manage event planning for private gatherings or official dinners.

• Ensure VIP protocol and service standards.

6. Inventory & Asset Management

• Maintain inventory of household supplies and luxury items.

• Ensure proper storage and maintenance of valuables.

• Track and manage household assets and documentation.

7. Security & Confidentiality

• Coordinate with security personnel.

• Ensure privacy and confidentiality of the Principal and family.

• Maintain strict discretion in all matters.

Education & Experience

• Graduate in Hotel Management / Hospitality / Business Administration preferred.

• 815 years of experience in luxury residence management / hotel operations / estate management.

• Experience managing large residences or HNI families preferred.

• International exposure (Middle East preferred for UAE roles).

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management

• Excellent organizational skills

• Financial management capability

• High level of discretion and integrity

• Vendor negotiation skills

• Problem-solving mindset

• Attention to detail

• Professional communication skills