# Job Description – House Manager
**Position:** House Manager
**Experience Required:** 5+ Years
**Employment Type:** Full-Time
### Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced, trustworthy, organised and proactive **House Manager** to independently oversee the day-to-day management of a private residence.
The ideal candidate should have at least **5 years of experience managing a household**, be comfortable supervising domestic staff, coordinating vendors and maintenance, managing household expenses and ensuring that the home runs smoothly and efficiently at all times.
### Key Responsibilities
**Household & Staff Management**
* Oversee the overall day-to-day functioning of the residence.
* Manage and supervise household staff including housekeeping, cooks, drivers and other support staff.
* Create and monitor staff schedules, attendance, duties and leaves.
* Ensure high standards of cleanliness, organisation and household upkeep.
* Coordinate additional staff or services whenever required.
**Maintenance & Vendors**
* Ensure all household equipment, appliances and facilities are functioning properly.
* Coordinate with electricians, plumbers, technicians, carpenters and other service providers.
* Schedule regular servicing and preventive maintenance.
* Follow up with vendors and ensure work is completed properly and on time.
* Maintain records of repairs, warranties and important household services.
**Groceries & Inventory**
* Manage groceries, household supplies and other regular purchases.
* Maintain inventory of essential household items and ensure timely replenishment.
* Coordinate with vendors and suppliers and maintain reliable vendor relationships.
* Ensure quality and cost control while making household purchases.
**Bills & Household Expenses**
* Keep track of utility bills, maintenance expenses, vendor payments and other household expenses.
* Maintain organised records of bills, receipts and payments.
* Provide regular expense updates to the family.
* Ensure payments and renewals are completed on time.
**Guests, Events & Family Support**
* Coordinate arrangements for guests visiting the residence.
* Manage household requirements for dinners, gatherings, parties and family events.
* Coordinate catering, décor, additional staff and vendors when required.
* Assist with reservations, bookings, errands and other logistical requirements when needed.
* Ensure the house is properly prepared before guests or events.
**Errands & Coordination**
* Handle important household errands and follow-ups.
* Coordinate deliveries, pickups and appointments.
* Manage multiple requirements simultaneously and ensure nothing is missed.
* Act as the primary point of coordination between the family, household staff and external vendors.
### Candidate Requirements
* Minimum **5 years of relevant experience as a House Manager / Estate Manager / Senior Household Supervisor**.
* Strong experience managing domestic staff and vendors.
* Highly organised with excellent follow-up and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to manage household accounts, bills and expense records.
* Comfortable using WhatsApp, basic Excel/Google Sheets and digital payment applications.
* Strong communication and coordination skills.
* Professional, discreet and respectful of the family's privacy.
* Must be trustworthy, responsible and dependable.
* Ability to handle urgent situations calmly and independently.
* Flexible with timings when guests, events or urgent household requirements arise.
### What We Are Looking For
We need someone who **takes complete ownership of running the house rather than waiting for instructions for every task**. The person should anticipate requirements, identify problems before they become urgent, follow up independently and ensure that the household operates smoothly.
**Experience:** 5+ years
**Salary:** As per experience and suitability
**Joining:** Preferably immediate / as mutually agreed
Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
