Live-out House Manager

Year-round Live-out House Manager

Location: Amagansett, NY
Schedule: 9am - 5pm Monday - Friday with weekend flexibility in the summer months 
Compensation: $140,000–$150,000 annually, DOE
Benefits: Health Insurance, 401(k)

A private family is seeking an experienced, highly organized, and discreet House Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of their beautifully maintained 10,000-square-foot residence in Amagansett.

The family's primary residence is in California, and the home is occupied primarily during the summer months and select visits throughout the year. This is a full-time, year-round position responsible for ensuring the property is impeccably maintained and always ready for the family's arrival.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily operations of the residence year-round.
• Supervise and manage the full-time Housekeeper, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and organization.
• Coordinate, schedule, and oversee vendors, contractors, and service providers, including maintenance, repairs, landscaping, pool service, and other household services.
• Conduct regular property inspections and proactively identify maintenance needs.
• Ensure all household systems and equipment are functioning properly and arrange preventative maintenance as needed.
• Prepare the residence before family arrivals and oversee the home's transition following departures.
• Maintain household inventories and coordinate ordering of supplies as needed.
• Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for the family, providing regular updates on the property's condition and ongoing projects.
• Maintain complete discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality at all times.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a House Manager, Estate Manager, or in a similar role within a luxury private residence.
• Strong leadership and staff management experience.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple vendors and projects simultaneously.
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and anticipate the needs of the household.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a proactive professional who takes pride in maintaining an exceptional private residence and providing seamless support to the principals. The ideal candidate is hands-on, resourceful, and committed to ensuring the home is maintained to the highest standards throughout the year.