Live-in House Manager/Housekeeper

Virginia Water
25-04-2025
Job Type
Permanent
Emp Type
Full Time
Industry
Private
Division
Private
Job Title
Household Staff
Salary Type
Annual
Job ID
91867

Job Description

Tiger Private is looking for a professional, detail-oriented live-in, hands-on House Manager/Housekeeper to support a couple and their young child in their 20,000+ sq ft private residence with swimming pool in Virginia Water.

This role requires someone proactive, hands-on, and organised, with high standards and the ability to manage both the day-to-day running and long-term upkeep of a large, beautifully maintained home.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Daily Housekeeping & Presentation
    • Tidy the house daily and ensure beautiful presentation throughout
    • Make beds and maintain bedroom standards daily
    • Handle laundry and ironing to a high standard
    • Arrange and maintain fresh flowers in the home
    • Assist with general maintenance and upkeep and washing of Principals two cars
  • Staff Management
    • Oversee and coordinate with external cleaners (who visit once a week)
    • Organise and liaise with gardeners and any external suppliers
    • Coordinate routine maintenance and repairs across the property
  • Systems & Property Oversight
    • Monitor and manage home systems: pools, heating/AC, lighting, and other automated functions
    • Help maintain inventories and manage household supplies, including cleaning products, water, and essentials
  • Additional Support
    • Organise dry cleaning pickups and returns
    • Occasionally assist with simple food preparation for the couple’s 4-year-old child
    • Provide light service during occasional dinner parties or small gatherings

 

Accommodation

Private live-in accommodation is provided as part of the role. This includes a well-appointed, self-contained space within the property grounds with separate entrance, private bedroom, bathroom, and kitchenette/living area, offering comfort, offering independence while remaining on-hand for household needs.

 

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in creating and maintaining a beautiful, well-run home and is looking to be part of a respectful and appreciative household.

The position would suit someone with a yachting background, familiar with high standards of service and discretion.

 

REF: LC91867