Estate Managers

An Estate Manager functions as the director of a large property or multiple residences. Because estate managers supervise all household staff, the candidates must possess expertise in a wide range of areas, including human resources, landscaping, security planning, contractor management, scheduling and event planning. Estate managers can also run a variety of personal and household errands. Estate manager candidates must possess a business background, either through a degree, a training program or through related experience. Social etiquette is also a necessity; therefore estate managers have excellent interpersonal skills and understand appropriate practices. An aptitude in technology background is also essential for an effective estate manager. The compensation for an estate manager is between $60-$150K/year + benefits, depending on candidate caliber, working hours, and scope of responsibilities.

Household Managers / Butlers

A household manager / butler ensures the smooth and orderly running of a household. Household managers manage the duties and schedules of the household staff, as well as arrange outside household services as needed. In addition to being familiar with all domestic roles and responsibilities, household managers also provide hands-on services. Duties may include managing a household budget, keeping supplies stocked, making travel arrangements, maintaining care of employers’ valuables, planning and coordinating special events, running personal errands for the employer and household and coordinating all aspects of entertaining. Candidates may either manage the household alone or they work under an estate manager. Household managers possess previous household management, or related experience.

Compensation is between $45K to $130K/year* + benefits, depending on caliber and duties.

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