House Manager/PA
Listed on 2026-01-04
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Business
Administrative Management, Office Administrator/ Coordinator
Location: New York
We are seeking an exceptional House Manager/ Personal Assistant to support a UHNW family
based in New York City. This role blends high-level personal support with hands-on household
operations, ensuring the home and the principals’ lives run seamlessly—think 5-star hotel meets
You will work closely with the principals, Chief of Staff, household staff (housekeepers,
nannies), and external vendors. This is a highly trusted, detail-driven role requiring discretion,
flexibility, and a proactive mindset. The PA/House Manager serves as both an operational lead at
the residence and a strategic personal support partner to the principals.
The position is primarily NYC-based, with regular in-person presence at the residence and
occasional travel to other family properties and potential domestic/international destinations with
advance notice.
Key Responsibilities Personal & Executive Support- Comprehensive calendar management, including appointments, reservations, and
- In-depth research and planning for travel, dining, entertainment, events, services, and lifestyle needs
- Booking and managing domestic and international travel (commercial and private), including advance arrival, packing/unpacking, and preparing accommodations
- Optimizing airline miles, credit card points, and loyalty programs
- Online purchasing, returns, and delivery coordination
- Proactively identifying and suggesting activities for the principals and children in NYC and while traveling
- Troubleshooting urgent issues via phone, text, or email, including evenings and weekends
- Day-to-day management of household staff (housekeepers, nannies) and coordination with vendors
- Setting up, maintaining, and enforcing household systems, protocols, checklists, and standards
- Acting as primary on-site liaison for repairs, installations, deliveries, and service providers
- Preparing the home for daily living, guests, and events—ensuring everything is polished and running smoothly
- Managing household inventory, supplies, and logistics
- Maintaining organized household files, records, and documentation
- Running errands and managing family vehicles
- Supporting smart home systems, A/V, and general tech troubleshooting
- Highly flexible schedule that follows the family’s needs and movements
- Average workweek of 40+ hours, with evening, weekend, and holiday availability required for pressing matters
- High level of responsiveness and reliability is essential
- Ability to seamlessly switch between strategic planning and hands-on execution
- 5 years of experience as a Personal Assistant, House Manager, Estate Manager, or similar role within a UHNW or HNW household
- Strong background in hospitality, luxury service, or private household management preferred
- Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and follow-through
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly tech-savvy (MacOS, iOS, Google Workspace, smart home systems, consumer electronics)
- Comfort with light manual labor (lifting, moving heavy items)
- Naturally proactive with strong intuition and problem-solving skills
- Calm and effective under pressure with shifting priorities
- Demonstrates impeccable discretion and respect for privacy
- Service-oriented, energetic, and professional demeanor at all times
- Comfortable researching multiple options and clearly presenting recommendations
- Valid U.S. work authorization
- Valid passport and willingness to travel
- Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
- Discretionary annual bonus (typically ~10%)
- Paid time off and sick days
- 401(k) with employer match
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-touch, fast-moving environment, loves anticipating needs before they arise, and takes pride in creating calm, order, and luxury behind the scenes.
Seniority LevelMid-Senior level
Employment TypeFull-time
Job FunctionAdministrative
IndustriesIndividual and Family Services
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