Job Title: House Manager
Start Date: May 2025
Location: Druid Hills, Atlanta, GA
Job Type: Full-Time, Monday to Friday (40 hours per week) with on-call flexibility as needed (8:00am-4:00pm or 9:00am-5:00pm)
Salary: Commensurate with experience, including full benefits & PTO
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Job Description:
A professional couple with two teenagers is seeking a highly experienced House Manager to oversee the daily operations of their historic home, located on 1 1/2 acres with an extensive backyard garden, in the Druid Hills area. The ideal candidate will be organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple responsibilities across a dynamic household. You will work closely with the family’s existing team, which includes a full-time chef and housekeeper, and report directly to the Estate Manager (EM) in the family office. This position involves approximately 60% home management responsibilities and 40% personal assistant duties.
This is a hands-on, detail-oriented position that requires someone who can maintain high standards of care, professionalism, anticipate needs, and manage a variety of tasks, from coordinating travel arrangements to ensuring the home runs smoothly day-to-day. The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a high-profile environment and be skilled in managing household logistics, schedules, and personnel.
Key Responsibilities:
• Household Management:
o Oversee daily operations of the household and ensure smooth functioning of all tasks.
o Supervise and manage the chef and housekeeper, ensuring tasks are being completed efficiently and to the family’s standards.
o Create and implement systems to organize and streamline household duties, including managing the fine clothing care protocols for Mrs. (extensive wardrobe) and instructing housekeeper on proper care.
o Handle personal errands & assist with coordinating personal gifts, purchases, returns and/or special events (birthdays, anniversaries, etc.).
o Organize and track receipts and financial documents to provide to Estate Manager
• Family & Calendar Management:
o Manage the family’s personal and professional calendars, ensuring all schedules are synchronized (including Mrs.'s work-related travels).
o Coordinate appointments, meetings, and events for the family, including children’s activities and appointments.
o Coordinate the Mrs. business appointments, meeting and personal events.
• Travel Coordination:
o Assist with travel arrangements, including booking flights, accommodations, and transportation for family members (primarily for Mrs.'s frequent work travel).
o Anticipate travel needs and ensure logistics are in place (pet sitters, mail holds, deliveries paused, etc.) prior to travel.
• Pet and Animal Care:
o Oversee care of the family’s pets, including 3 dogs, 1 cat, and 25 chickens, ensuring that all pets are properly cared for during family absences (arrange pet-sitting services, dog walkers, etc.).
• Proactive Planning:
o Stay three steps ahead of the family’s needs, anticipating challenges and proactively resolving issues (e.g., managing household logistics, handling maintenance, etc.).
o Ensure household supplies are stocked and any necessary repairs or services are addressed promptly.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications:
• Experience:
o A minimum of 5 years of experience as a House Manager in a similar role within a private household, with verifiable references.
o Strong background in managing high-end properties, staff, and complex household needs.
• Skills:
o Excellent command of the English language—both verbal and written.
o Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive with the ability to anticipate needs.
o Be proactive and anticipate needs before they arise.
o Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and supervise household staff effectively.
o Experience managing household & business calendars, travel arrangements, and overall family logistics.
o Comfortable working in a busy household.
o Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities or unexpected changes.
o Able to work independently.
• Additional Requirements:
o Ability to work with discretion and handle confidential matters professionally.
o Comfortable reporting directly to the Estate Manager (EM) in the family office.
o Knowledge about the specific care required for fine clothing, luxury items, and historic properties.
o Occasional On-call flexibility as needed to address urgent matters outside of standard hours.
o Comfortable working with principals who work from home.
Additional Information:
• The position offers a competitive salary based on experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including full healthcare, retirement plan options, paid time off (PTO), and other perks.
• You will be expected to work Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm or 8am-4pm, (40 hours per week), but flexibility and availability outside of regular hours will be required for urgent needs or special circumstances.
If you are an experienced, self-motivated professional with a passion for providing exceptional household management services in a dynamic family environment, please send us your updated resume along with recommendation letters.
Compensation: Competitive Salary based on experience, Comprehensive Benefits Package including full healthcare, retirement plan options, paid time off (PTO), and other perks.