Estate Manager

The Estate Manager will oversee the seamless operation of sophisticated, high‑end residences, ensuring the home is maintained to impeccable standards and that every interaction reflects a thoughtful, hospitality‑forward ethos. This role blends operational leadership with an elevated sense of service, supporting a household that values discretion, comfort, and exceptional care.

Key Responsibilities

Luxury Property Operations

• Oversee daily operations of the estates, ensuring the residence is consistently pristine, organized, and guest‑ready
• Coordinate all maintenance, landscaping, repairs, and property enhancements with a focus on long‑term preservation and aesthetic excellence
• Maintain and update security protocols and home systems to ensure safety, privacy, and reliability

• Collaborate with household staff, fostering a professional, warm, and hospitality‑driven team environment
• Ensure service standards align with luxury‑estate expectations

Vendor & Contractor Oversight

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all vendors, contractors, and service partners
• Source, negotiate, and manage relationships to ensure high‑quality, cost‑effective service
• Oversee project timelines and ensure work is completed to exacting standards

Administrative & Financial Management

• Maintain meticulous records of expenditures, inventories, and operational needs
• Support household scheduling, seasonal planning, and long‑range operational strategy

Hospitality & Lifestyle Support

• Ensure the home is always prepared for arrivals, guests, and special occasions
• Coordinate travel logistics, transportation, and home readiness when the family transitions between locations
• Assist with intimate gatherings, guest experiences, and event coordination with a refined, service‑oriented touch

Qualifications

• Models a respectful, kind and gracious leadership style, with a sense of humor that contributes to a warm household environment.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing luxury homes, estates, boutique hotels, or high‑end hospitality environments
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets and operational planning
• Deep knowledge of luxury home systems, security protocols, and vendor management
• Exceptional communication, organization, and problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to navigate indoor/outdoor property spaces and stand for extended periods
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Flexibility to support occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays