House Manager/Butler Opportunity – Charleston, SC with Travel - PLACED
House Manager/Butler Opportunity – Charleston, SC with Travel
A wonderful family in downtown Charleston, SC, with roots in Austin, TX, is seeking an experienced and hands-on House Manager/Butler to oversee the management of their primary residence—a 7,000-square-foot home with five bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and three half bathrooms. This dynamic role also includes oversight of their second home in Austin, TX, and a property in Nantucket, with the possibility of supporting additional properties in the future.
About the Role
The family is professionally active, with Mr. managing a billion-dollar hedge fund and Mrs. expecting their eighth child. Their bustling household is supported by two full-time nannies, a laundress, grounds staff, and a wardrobe management service that coordinates clothing across properties.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage all aspects of the Charleston home and additional properties.
- Supervise, hire, train, and maintain the domestic staff, ensuring smooth operations.
- Coordinate travel and logistics for the family, including passports, vaccination records, and travel documents for the children.
- Manage household calendars and schedules, ensuring alignment across properties and with the family’s needs.
- Collaborate with the grounds team and external service providers for maintenance and special projects.
- Handle administrative tasks, including budgeting, scheduling, and overseeing renovations or property updates.
- Travel with the family to Austin and Nantucket, and assist during vacations.
- Must be hands-on and willing to assist the family in any way requested. A multifaceted, high-energy candidate is encouraged to apply.
Ideal Candidate Attributes:
- High energy, detail-oriented, and skilled at multitasking in a busy household.
- Strong management and administrative skills, with the ability to coordinate diverse teams.
- Comfortable working in a household with children (seven, with one on the way).
- Thick-skinned, charming, and able to integrate seamlessly into a polite and respectful Southern team.
- Flexible and dependable, patient with excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Salary: $150,000–$180,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
- Housing: A private one-bedroom apartment with a living area and bathroom, located at the back of the Charleston home with a separate entrance.
- Relocation Assistance: Provided.
- Benefits: Two weeks of vacation, one week of sick leave, and additional perks.
This is an exciting opportunity for a polished professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering excellence in household management.
Scheudle: Monday through Friday, with flexability to work or travel with the family some weekends.
To Apply: Please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience.
**Must have at least 8 years of relevant experience, pass a detailed background check, and provide excellent verifiable references to apply**
A wonderful family in downtown Charleston, SC, with roots in Austin, TX, is seeking an experienced and hands-on House Manager/Butler to oversee the management of their primary residence—a 7,000-square-foot home with five bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and three half bathrooms. This dynamic role also includes oversight of their second home in Austin, TX, and a property in Nantucket, with the possibility of supporting additional properties in the future.
About the Role
The family is professionally active, with Mr. managing a billion-dollar hedge fund and Mrs. expecting their eighth child. Their bustling household is supported by two full-time nannies, a laundress, grounds staff, and a wardrobe management service that coordinates clothing across properties.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage all aspects of the Charleston home and additional properties.
- Supervise, hire, train, and maintain the domestic staff, ensuring smooth operations.
- Coordinate travel and logistics for the family, including passports, vaccination records, and travel documents for the children.
- Manage household calendars and schedules, ensuring alignment across properties and with the family’s needs.
- Collaborate with the grounds team and external service providers for maintenance and special projects.
- Handle administrative tasks, including budgeting, scheduling, and overseeing renovations or property updates.
- Travel with the family to Austin and Nantucket, and assist during vacations.
- Must be hands-on and willing to assist the family in any way requested. A multifaceted, high-energy candidate is encouraged to apply.
Ideal Candidate Attributes:
- High energy, detail-oriented, and skilled at multitasking in a busy household.
- Strong management and administrative skills, with the ability to coordinate diverse teams.
- Comfortable working in a household with children (seven, with one on the way).
- Thick-skinned, charming, and able to integrate seamlessly into a polite and respectful Southern team.
- Flexible and dependable, patient with excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Salary: $150,000–$180,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
- Housing: A private one-bedroom apartment with a living area and bathroom, located at the back of the Charleston home with a separate entrance.
- Relocation Assistance: Provided.
- Benefits: Two weeks of vacation, one week of sick leave, and additional perks.
This is an exciting opportunity for a polished professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering excellence in household management.
Scheudle: Monday through Friday, with flexability to work or travel with the family some weekends.
To Apply: Please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience.
**Must have at least 8 years of relevant experience, pass a detailed background check, and provide excellent verifiable references to apply**
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