House Manager – Luxury Private Household
Location: Kolkata (with occasional international travel)
Position: Full-Time | Live-Out | Permanent
Salary: 20,000–30,000 (depending on experience and responsibilities)
CuroHelp provides exceptional private staff to discerning families, executives, family offices and luxury residences worldwide. We are seeking an experienced, highly organised and discreet House Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of a prestigious private household.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional service while ensuring every aspect of the household operates seamlessly.
Role
The House Manager will take overall responsibility for the smooth running of the residence, acting as the primary point of contact for the principals, household staff and external contractors. You will anticipate needs, solve problems before they arise and maintain the highest standards of service, organisation and confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily operation of the residence to the highest standards.
- Recruit, train, supervise and motivate household staff.
- Manage staff rotas, schedules, holidays and performance.
- Coordinate contractors, suppliers and maintenance providers.
- Ensure preventative maintenance programmes are implemented.
- Manage household budgets, invoices and approved expenditure.
- Maintain household inventories and procurement of supplies.
- Develop and maintain household manuals, operating procedures and service standards.
- Coordinate travel preparations and property readiness before arrivals.
- Manage guest visits and ensure exceptional hospitality.
- Liaise with family offices, personal assistants and security teams.
- Coordinate household events and special occasions.
- Oversee vehicle servicing and household logistics.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.
- Always maintain complete discretion and confidentiality.
- Respond calmly and effectively to unexpected situations and emergencies.
Skills & Experience
- Minimum 5 years' experience managing luxury private households or estates.
- Previous experience supervising domestic staff.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Exceptional organisational and planning abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- High emotional intelligence and diplomacy.
- Experience managing household budgets and suppliers.
- Knowledge of luxury property maintenance and household systems.
- Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and household management software.
- Ability to multitask and prioritise effectively.
- Flexible approach to working hours when required.
- Fluent Hindi and some English preferred.
- Valid passport with willingness to travel if required.
Personal Qualities
- Calm under pressure.
- Naturally proactive.
- Highly discreet and trustworthy.
- Detail-oriented.
- Professional presentation.
- Positive, can-do attitude.
- Excellent problem-solving ability.
- Loyal and dependable.
- Service-driven mindset.
- Able to anticipate the needs of the principals before being asked.
Desirable Experience
Applicants with backgrounds in luxury hospitality, private estates, superyachts, family offices, concierge services, executive assistance or five-star hotels are encouraged to apply. Experience managing smart homes, security systems and renovation projects is advantageous.
If you have the experience, professionalism and passion to manage exceptional private homes, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the CuroHelp team.
Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
