Full Time Residential Property Manager: Lagos, Nigeria - PAUSED
Position: Residential Property Manager
Location: Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria
Salary: $180,000 – $200,000 USD (based on experience)
Benefits: Private accommodation, healthcare, annual return flight
Overview:
Our esteemed client is seeking an experienced Residential Property Manager to assume full operational leadership over a prestigious private estate in Ikoyi, Lagos. This is a high-level management role requiring strategic oversight, exceptional organizational abilities, and a commitment to five-star service delivery.
You will oversee all property-related functions across primary and secondary residences, including infrastructure, security, logistics, guest support, and estate services. The successful candidate will supervise senior department heads—ensuring seamless operations, optimized communication, and world-class standards at all times.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Estate Oversight
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Provide unified leadership across all residential and ancillary properties.
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Manage and coordinate all service departments: transport, security, maintenance, housekeeping, landscaping, and guest services.
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Ensure properties are always ready for occupancy, events, and high-profile visits.
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Implement global luxury estate standards and drive efficiency across departments.
Facilities & Infrastructure Management
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Lead preventative and reactive maintenance of all estate systems—power, water, HVAC, plumbing, and recreational infrastructure.
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Oversee estate smart systems, IT networks, and utilities.
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Maintain strong vendor relationships and enforce service-level agreements (SLAs).
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Promote and implement sustainability initiatives, including energy and waste management.
Renovation & Project Management
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Lead renovations, infrastructure upgrades, and new construction projects.
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Collaborate with architects, engineers, designers, and contractors.
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Ensure quality, timeline adherence, and compliance with safety and zoning regulations.
Security & Emergency Preparedness
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Work closely with the Chief Security Officer to develop and enforce security protocols.
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Conduct regular safety drills and ensure emergency systems (generators, water backups) are fully operational.
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Maintain a secure and controlled environment for the principal and guests.
Transport, Fleet & Logistics
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Oversee the Transport Manager in scheduling, maintenance, and supervision of all vehicles and drivers.
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Ensure compliance with all vehicle documentation and inspection requirements.
Procurement, Budgeting & Finance
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Develop and manage operational budgets across departments.
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Oversee procurement processes, vendor selection, and cost control.
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Monitor expenditures, prepare monthly reports, and identify opportunities for savings.
Compliance & Risk Management
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Ensure estate operations are fully compliant with health, safety, legal, and environmental standards.
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Maintain all licenses, insurance, permits, and property-related documentation.
Principal & Guest Support
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Serve as the principal’s primary liaison for estate-related matters.
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Collaborate with the Executive House Manager to uphold hospitality and guest service standards.
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Ensure all activities are conducted with utmost discretion, professionalism, and efficiency.
Candidate Profile:
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Minimum 10 years’ experience managing private residential estates, including large teams and luxury operations.
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Bachelor's degree in Estate Management, Engineering, Hospitality, or a related field.
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Expertise in property systems, vendor oversight, luxury estate protocols, and smart home technologies.
- While English is the official language, native tounge of Hausa, Yoruba, or Igbo is a plus.
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Prior experience in Africa, the Middle East, or high-end international destinations is highly desirable.
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Strong leadership skills, financial acumen, and a problem-solving, solutions-oriented mindset.
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Must be discreet, highly organized, and capable of delivering excellence under pressure.
Package Includes:
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Salary: $180,000 – $200,000 USD annually
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Private accommodation provided
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Comprehensive private healthcare
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Annual return flight to home country
This is a prestigious and rewarding opportunity for a top-tier professional seeking to contribute to the management of one of West Africa’s most prominent private estates.
To apply, please submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.
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