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To us, you are not just a name on a CV, it is an essential part of our company ethic to meet with every candidate in order to establish your requirements.
Our reputation is built on your success and we will support you throughout the entire recruitment process.
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Latest Jobs
Couple Required for Private Family Estate Somerset - Live-In Position
Salary: £80,000-£90,000 per annum (DOE)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a professional, experienced, and proactive couple to manage a beautiful private family estate in Somerset. This is a full-time, live-in position offering responsibility for the day-to-day running, upkeep, and presentation of a recently renovated 6-bedroom country home, three guest cottages, pool, gardens, and outbuildings.
The successful couple will be discreet, self-sufficient, and detail-orientated, with prior experience working together running a second or principal residence for a UHNW family. The principals are primarily London-based and use the property as a weekend and holiday home. Flexibility is required to accommodate the family's schedule when in residence.
Hours:
- Full-time: 5 days per week, 45 hours
- Typically Monday-Friday with weekends off, unless family are in residence
- Flexibility required when the family or guests are visiting
Accommodation for the couple:
A newly renovated one-bedroom cottage on the estate is provided. Due to the nature of the accommodation, this role is not suitable for candidates with pets or dependents. Non-smokers only please.
A full, clean UK driving licence is essential for both candidates.
Housekeeper / Cook:
You will be responsible for the smooth and immaculate running of the interior of the main house and cottages. Duties include:
Housekeeping & Household Management
- Hands-on cleaning and maintenance of the interiors to a high standard
- Care of fine furnishings, antiques, art, silver, china, and specialist finishes
- Laundry, ironing, wardrobe management, and linens
- Overseeing household systems: heating, security, intercom, and AV equipment
- Running errands, managing stock, and maintaining household supplies
Cooking & Hospitality
- Preparing fresh, nutritious meals for the family when they are in residence (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Confident with British and international cuisine
- Occasional entertaining and dinner party support
- Food shopping (local and online), menu planning, and occasional support for events
Guest & Household Support
- Table setting and service
- Wine cellar organisation
- Greeting and assisting guests with professionalism and warmth
Groundsman / Estate Maintenance:
You will take a hands-on lead with all gardening, grounds, and general estate maintenance. A practical and safety-minded approach is essential. The role is outdoors-focused and physical, so you must be comfortable working outside.
Grounds & Garden Maintenance
- Mowing, weeding, hedge trimming, and seasonal planting
- Maintenance and use of garden machinery and hold the relevant certifications for operation (including ride-on mowers, chainsaws, strimmers)
- Pool maintenance and furniture care
- Keeping outdoor areas clean, safe, and presentable
Maintenance & DIY
- General repairs and upkeep of buildings and estate structures
- Daily checks on plant rooms, security systems, and fire systems
- Managing tool inventory and liaising with contractors as needed
- Car washing and care of luxury vehicles
Animal & Estate Care
- Daily care of family dogs (feeding, walking, vet visits)
- Keeping an eye on livestock in adjacent farmland (belonging to family)
- Maintaining boundary fences and gates, monitoring for issues
Miscellaneous
- Managing oil deliveries, log store, and wood chopping
- Handling deliveries and refuse, including bin rotation
- Emptying mouse traps and general property checks
- Liaising directly with the family's PA to report issues and provide regular updates
*Please note that we cannot respond to every application*
Live-In House Manager / Butler - London
Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE
Accommodation: 2-bedroom terraced house
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday to Friday, 10am-6pm, with flexibility when entertaining
An experienced, warm, and service-oriented House Manager / Butler is sought to join a discreet, well-established household in London. The position is live-in, offering a separate 2-bedroom terraced house adjacent to the main residence.
This is a hands-on and service-led role supporting an UHNW couple who travel often. You'll be managing the smooth day-to-day operation of the home and staff, ensuring the property is run to the highest standard, while maintaining a calm and unflappable presence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and supervise two long-standing full-time housekeepers and one part-time/travelling housekeeper (occasionally assisting with their workload)
- Liaise with other members of staff including a PA, gardeners, and the family office
- Ensure the care and presentation of fine furniture, artwork, delicate fabrics, and special finishes
- Provide warm, professional front-of-house service including guest welcome and care
- Set, lay, and clear tables for meals and occasional entertaining
- Provision the household and manage all shopping - a full driving licence is essential
- Prepare and cook simple, fresh, healthy meals as required
- Manage wardrobe care and seasonal organisation
- Carry out light household maintenance (e.g. changing lightbulbs, paint touch-ups, keeping an eye on the property)
- Drive for errands as needed
- Care for two much-loved dogs, including feeding
- Liaise with a property management company for maintenance needs
- Accompany or travel ahead of the principals on occasional trips
Ideal Candidate:
- Previous experience in a similar private household, ideally with 3 years' longevity
- Background in house management, butler, with managerial responsibilities
- Approachable, unflappable, discreet, and confident taking charge in a warm, hands-on manner
- Reliable, trustworthy, and able to work independently
- Confident in the kitchen, happy cooking informal meals
- Pet-friendly
- Non-smoker
*Please note that we cannot guarantee a response to every application*
This is a fabulous role for a Senior Private PA with 6-7 years' experience mostly within an UHNW household who has exceptional communication skills and top household management of staff. Well spoken and presented is essential and a top command of English written and spoken (degree preferred if possible)
A lovely family, very inclusive and warm (couple with 3 children) with a fully staffed residence in Kensington and Cotswolds estate. You will oversee the Cotswolds residence and visit for 1 - 2 days every month.
The role is based within the household working closely with the Principals to create a harmonious and well run home & lifestyle.
Managing refurbishments and contractors with comparison quotes obtained. Dealing with household bills and purchasing household items. Researching when needed.
Lead and manage the household staff and guiding /assisting when required. Able to build relationships quickly and lead by example, giving alternative examples and ideas that could work. Deal with all paper work for the staff and staff rotas.
Arrange all international and national travel including flights, cars, hotels etc. Happy to take on ad hoc projects always keeping total confidentiality. Assist with Family events, celebrations & parties (occasionally required over the weekend) Deal with all household papers/correspondence and be first point of contact for the family.
Discreet with your own gravitas humour and understanding this is an ideal role for a successful and experienced Private PA who is happy with some Chief of Staff Duties as the family may expand on their purchases/requirements over the next couple of years. They need someone very connected to their role who will give their best and can be relied upon. Top package + bonus
This long established and highly successful boutique property investment company near Sloane Square are searching for a PA to their charming CEO.
Joining this incredibly welcoming team of 20 with an inclusive culture and regular team socials - it's a highly recommended employer in all regards.
The role is hybrid - 1 day WFH (Mondays). You will receive a competitive salary, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, discretionary bonus (benchmarked at 10%) pension, private medical, life cover, there is a shower on site for those who wish to use it and a season ticket loan is offered throughout your employment.
You will assist the CEO with extensive diary management, setting up meetings, travel and accommodation, events, expenses management, office health & safety checks and administration, corporate administration and HR support for the team/office. Such a varied and interesting role for someone who enjoys keeping an office running smoothly as an extension of their CEO whilst continuing to support as a PA.
To be considered you will ideally have experience in a similar role, have a willing can-do attitude, be articulate and well presented, be easily able to commute to Sloane Square. Property or similar industries is preferred but all will be considered.
Super important is a good sense of humour, being a team player!
If this is you then please apply today for immediate consideration.
Leaman Consulting are an equal opportunities employer.
Long-standing clients of Leaman Consulting are looking for an experienced Senior Private PA to join them in Paris. This multifaceted role combines property management, financial oversight, human resources, and administrative support.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in property management, with excellent organizational and financial management skills. You should be highly proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Teams, Zoom), and be able to manage competing priorities effectively while maintaining attention to detail. A key part of this role is managing sensitive information, so a high level of discretion and confidentiality is required.
You should also have outstanding interpersonal skills, able to interact with diverse stakeholders, manage relationships diplomatically, and lead with a proactive and adaptable approach. Flexibility is crucial, as the role demands quick thinking and the ability to handle both planned and unexpected tasks.
Fluency in French is essential, and professional proficiency in English is required. A knowledge of Spanish would be an advantage.
This role is ideal for someone with exceptional emotional intelligence, who is capable of fostering trust, uniting teams, and managing interpersonal dynamics with care, authority, and fairness. Flexibility and availability to meet the evolving needs of the role are essential.
The position primarily focuses on managing a portfolio of real estate properties. This will include five apartments and a private mansion in Paris, as well as overseeing construction sites both within the city and abroad. The individual in this role will ensure that all property-related tasks, such as routine maintenance, repairs, and the management of service contracts are completed efficiently. You'll be responsible for obtaining quotes, coordinating with service providers, and ensuring the timely payment of invoices. Additionally, you will take part in co-ownership meetings to represent the property's interests.
In addition to property management, you will handle the financial responsibilities associated with the role. This includes verifying invoice payments, overseeing banking transactions, managing budgets, and ensuring that all contracts, such as for utilities and insurance, are kept up to date. Payroll for the household staff (11 employees) will also fall under your remit, alongside verifying and processing their expense reports.
The role also requires a strong HR. You will work closely with placement agencies to recruit staff, conduct interviews, and draft contracts. Managing the staff's monthly schedules, ensuring staff training is conducted, and organizing time off and working hours will be essential duties.
You will also manage the family's calendar, ensuring that the children's weekly needs are taken care of and organising their schedules.
Experience with travel logistics, including booking travel and compiling itineraries, accommodation, transport, and necessary visas & liaising with service providers is required.
On the administrative side, you will be tasked with managing professional correspondence, responding to emails, organizing appointments, meetings, and events, and drafting various documents such as letters and job offers.
You'll also manage memberships, payments, and coordinate virtual meetings using videoconferencing tools such as Zoom and Teams.
You will also work closely with the family office and other associated group companies to ensure seamless coordination across all household activities.
Senior PA/EA in Paris
- Location: Paris, France
- Start Date: ASAP, handover in May with the current PA
- Salary: 80,000 euros brut, negotiable for the right candidate
- Languages: French must / Fluent English / Spanish bonus