Butler House Manager In Milan
We are assisting a UHNW client based in Milan in their search for a highly experienced Butler/House Manager to join their fully staffed private household. This is a live-out role; however, initial assistance with accommodation can be provided for candidates relocating to Milan. This is a long-standing, established role, replacing a valued member of the team who will provide a comprehensive handover for a few months. The family is willing to provide temporary accommodation if the candidate is relocating. The Role
* Full wardrobe management: overseeing seasonal rotation, dry cleaning, laundry, pressing, garment care and shoe polishing
* Packing and unpacking for both short and long-haul travel
* Running daily errands and assisting with local shopping and provisioning
* Table setting and assisting with informal meal service
* Greeting guests and offering a warm, discreet welcome
* Ensuring stock levels of toiletries, medication, and household consumables are consistently maintained
* Supporting the housekeeping team and ensuring the home is presented to the highest standard at all times
* Making occasional restaurant and appointment bookings for the family
* Conduct routine house checks to ensure everything is operational, trouble shoot any issues and liaise and organise external contractors & tradespeople fix any maintenance issues
* Working closely with the wider household team: 3 housekeepers, 2 rota nannies (2 weeks on/off), a private chef, and 2 rotating security professionals. Requirements
* Fluency in both Italian and English is essential
* You will be professionally presented, maintaining a standard uniform during
working hours
(alternative dress may be required for formal occasions or overseas travel)
* In-depth understanding of formal etiquette and protocol
* Excellent time management and attention to detail
* Strong interpersonal skills with a discreet and calm manner
* Willingness to travel to London with the family (up to 4 months per year, often in extended periods)
* Ability to take time off when the family are travelling and to bank time in lieu for additional hours/days worked
* Flexibility is a must as each week will be different depending on the family's schedule, so the candidate must be able to self-organise their days off The Family
* Based in a beautiful home in Brera, Milan
* 2 principals, a 3.5-year-old daughter, and a baby boy 7 months
* Informal, warm household with a formal standard of service
* Travel frequently, especially to London, and maintain a high standard of organisation and presentation throughout their home Important details
* Travel to London Required (Approx. 4 Months Annually)
* Start: Flexible
* Competitive Salary DOE 75,000 ++ euros + discretionary premio
* Hours: Typically Monday-Friday 11:30am-9:30pm (with breaks), alternating weekly with Monday-Saturday; days off during the week will be given in lieu of weekend work #J-18808-Ljbffr
* Full wardrobe management: overseeing seasonal rotation, dry cleaning, laundry, pressing, garment care and shoe polishing
* Packing and unpacking for both short and long-haul travel
* Running daily errands and assisting with local shopping and provisioning
* Table setting and assisting with informal meal service
* Greeting guests and offering a warm, discreet welcome
* Ensuring stock levels of toiletries, medication, and household consumables are consistently maintained
* Supporting the housekeeping team and ensuring the home is presented to the highest standard at all times
* Making occasional restaurant and appointment bookings for the family
* Conduct routine house checks to ensure everything is operational, trouble shoot any issues and liaise and organise external contractors & tradespeople fix any maintenance issues
* Working closely with the wider household team: 3 housekeepers, 2 rota nannies (2 weeks on/off), a private chef, and 2 rotating security professionals. Requirements
* Fluency in both Italian and English is essential
* You will be professionally presented, maintaining a standard uniform during
working hours
(alternative dress may be required for formal occasions or overseas travel)
* In-depth understanding of formal etiquette and protocol
* Excellent time management and attention to detail
* Strong interpersonal skills with a discreet and calm manner
* Willingness to travel to London with the family (up to 4 months per year, often in extended periods)
* Ability to take time off when the family are travelling and to bank time in lieu for additional hours/days worked
* Flexibility is a must as each week will be different depending on the family's schedule, so the candidate must be able to self-organise their days off The Family
* Based in a beautiful home in Brera, Milan
* 2 principals, a 3.5-year-old daughter, and a baby boy 7 months
* Informal, warm household with a formal standard of service
* Travel frequently, especially to London, and maintain a high standard of organisation and presentation throughout their home Important details
* Travel to London Required (Approx. 4 Months Annually)
* Start: Flexible
* Competitive Salary DOE 75,000 ++ euros + discretionary premio
* Hours: Typically Monday-Friday 11:30am-9:30pm (with breaks), alternating weekly with Monday-Saturday; days off during the week will be given in lieu of weekend work #J-18808-Ljbffr