Personal Assistant/Estate Manager

Our client is seeking a Personal Assistant/Estate Manager for an UHNW couple, MUST be able to travel to various homes.Make sure to apply quickly in order to maximise your chances of being considered for an interview Read the complete job description below.Position OverviewAn ultra-high-net-worth individual is seeking an exceptional Personal Assistant / Estate Manager to oversee the day-to-day management of the principal's personal affairs, multiple residences, household staff, collections, travel, and lifestyle needs.The principal maintains four private residences, a private aircraft, extensive art and instrument collections, multiple vehicles, and a significant household staff. This individual will serve as a trusted and highly capable right hand to the principal, ensuring that all aspects of the principal's personal and residential life are organized, maintained, and executed to the highest possible standard.The ideal candidate will be polished, discreet, highly organized, resourceful, and comfortable operating in a sophisticated UHNW environment. This person must be able to anticipate needs, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and work independently while maintaining absolute confidentiality.Key ResponsibilitiesPersonal Assistance & Principal SupportServe as a trusted point of contact and day-to-day liaison for the principal.Manage a complex personal calendar, appointments, commitments, and changing priorities.Coordinate personal travel, itineraries, transportation, reservations, and logistics.Anticipate the principal's needs and proactively resolve issues before they become problems.Coordinate personal purchases, gifts, appointments, events, and special requests.Maintain the highest level of discretion and confidentiality regarding all personal and family matters.Interface professionally with advisors, vendors, household employees, service providers, assistants, and other trusted contacts.Estate & Property ManagementOversee the day-to-day operations of four private residences.Ensure each property is properly maintained, staffed, stocked, secure, and prepared for the principal and guests.Coordinate preventative maintenance, repairs, renovations, landscaping, housekeeping, security, technology, and other property-related services.Develop and maintain property schedules, checklists, procedures, inventories, and operating standards.Conduct regular property inspections and ensure all homes are maintained to the principal's expectations.Coordinate opening and closing of residences and prepare properties for arrivals and departures.Manage relationships with contractors, tradespeople, designers, property managers, and other outside vendors.Track projects, budgets, invoices, warranties, service agreements, and ongoing property needs.Art & Instrument CollectionsAssist with the management and care of the principal's art and instrument collections.Coordinate with galleries, dealers, conservators, appraisers, storage facilities, technicians, and other specialists.Maintain accurate records, inventories, documentation, and insurance information.Coordinate transportation, installation, maintenance, restoration, and storage of collection pieces.Ensure appropriate security, environmental controls, and handling procedures are followed.Coordinate special exhibitions, deliveries, acquisitions, or collection-related projects as needed.Private Aircraft & TransportationCoordinate personal travel involving the principal's private aircraft.Liaise with pilots, flight departments, aviation vendors, FBOs, and ground transportation providers.Ensure travel logistics are seamless across multiple residences and destinations.Oversee household vehicles and coordinate servicing, detailing, registration, insurance, and maintenance.Maintain records and schedules for vehicles and other personal assets.Lifestyle & Guest ManagementCoordinate private events, dinners, parties, family gatherings, and special occasions.Ensure residences are fully prepared for guests and visiting family members.Arrange dining, entertainment, transportation, activities, and other personal experiences.Coordinate special requests and last-minute arrangements with discretion and professionalism.Maintain relationships with high-end service providers and vendors.Qualifications5-8+ years of experience supporting a UHNW individual, family, family office, private estate, or similarly demanding environment.Demonstrated experience managing multiple residences and complex household operations.Strong Personal Assistant and Estate Management experience.Experience managing household staff and outside vendors.Experience working with art collections, specialty collections, luxury assets, or similarly valuable personal property preferred.Familiarity with private aviation and complex domestic and international travel preferred.Exceptional organizational and project-management skills.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and remain calm under pressure.Strong attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.Ability to anticipate needs rather than simply respond to requests.High emotional intelligence and excellent interpersonal skills.Absolute discretion and commitment to confidentiality.Strong technology skills, including Microsoft Office and household/property management systems.Ability and willingness to travel as required. xhyhwjd Valid driver's license and clean driving record.FRENCH SPEAKING A HUGE PLUS $140,000-$180,000 + bonus Hudson Gate Partners