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About the Role
A private family in Doha is seeking an experienced House Manager to oversee a luxury residence. The role includes supervising household staff, managing budgets, coordinating maintenance, and planning events.
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Responsibilities
- Oversee the smooth daily running of the residence and uphold the highest standards of presentation, comfort and service
- Recruit, train, schedule and supervise household staff (housekeepers, drivers, chef, nanny, gardeners)
- Manage household budgets, petty cash, accounts and supplier payments, and keep clear records
- Coordinate maintenance, contractors and service contracts; oversee repairs and renovations
- Plan and manage private events, dinners and family functions
- Handle procurement, inventory and household supplies
- Coordinate family travel, diaries, logistics and appointments as required
- Maintain strict confidentiality, security and discretion at all times
Requirements
- Proven experience as a House Manager / Estate Manager / Head of Household in a private high net worth residence or 5 star hospitality environment
- Experienced in European / international fine household standards of service and etiquette
- Fluent English
- Outstanding organisational, leadership and staff management skills
- Impeccable, verifiable references
- Valid passport and willingness to be based in Doha
- Additional European language (French, German, Italian, etc.) a strong advantage
Full Job Posting
House Manager / Estate Manager — Private Family Residence, Doha, Qatar
- A private family in Doha is seeking an experienced, discreet and exceptionally organised House Manager to oversee the running of a luxury private residence to the highest international standards.
- This is a full time role for a seasoned household professional.
The role
- Oversee the smooth daily running of the residence and uphold the highest standards of presentation, comfort and service.
- Recruit, train, schedule and supervise household staff (housekeepers, drivers, chef, nanny, gardeners).
- Manage household budgets, petty cash, accounts and supplier payments, and keep clear records.
- Coordinate maintenance, contractors and service contracts; oversee repairs and renovations.
- Plan and manage private events, dinners and family functions.
- Handle procurement, inventory and household supplies.
- Coordinate family travel, diaries, logistics and appointments as required.
- Maintain strict confidentiality, security and discretion at all times.
You bring
- Proven experience as a House Manager / Estate Manager / Head of Household in a private high net worth residence or 5 star hospitality environment.
- Experienced in European / international fine household standards of service and etiquette.
- Fluent English; an additional European language (French, German, Italian, etc.) a strong advantage.
- Outstanding organisational, leadership and staff management skills.
- Impeccable, verifiable references and a calm, solutions focused manner.
- Valid passport and willingness to be based in Doha.
On offer
- Competitive tax free salary, commensurate with experience.
- Accommodation, transport, medical insurance and annual flights.
- A long term, stable position with a respectful, professional family.
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