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House Manager/Property Manager Job
Location: Oxfordshire
Part-time (4 days a week)
Salary - Circa - £50,000 GPA (Self-employed also will be considered)
Greycoat Lumleys is seeking an experienced and dedicated House Manager/Property Manager to oversee the daily operations of a stunning 7-bedroom manor house for a lovely principal who enjoys art collecting and frequently travels. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining the household and ensuring everything runs smoothly, especially during the principal's absences.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the day-to-day management of the manor house, ensuring it is well-maintained, secure, and welcoming at all times.
- Work closely with the existing staff, including housekeepers, part-time cleaners, and gardeners, to coordinate tasks and schedules.
- Act as the primary point of contact for contractors and service providers for ongoing maintenance and repairs, particularly in relation to older properties.
- Manage and oversee household budgets and expenses, ensuring cost-effective solutions for maintenance and repairs.
- Maintain the principal's art gallery, ensuring proper care, display, and security of the collection.
- Implement and maintain cleaning, maintenance, and organization standards within the household.
- Prepare the house for the principal's return after travel and ensure all systems are functioning properly.
- Foster a trustworthy and reliable environment, especially during periods when the household is empty.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in a managerial role within a private household or similar environment.
- Strong understanding and hands-on experience with the maintenance of older properties.
- Knowledge and appreciation of art would be ideal, with an understanding of how to care for and manage art collections.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Trustworthiness, integrity, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Monday - Thursday - 9am - 5.30pm
Vacancy Number - 117710
