We are looking for a kind and patient driver to take this refined Gentleman to and from his various appointments and meetings. While he is no longer driving himself, he is still very together and with it. You should have a sense of humor and also enjoy being up to date on current events as he enjoys having political conversations. Schedule will be in flux though it is primarily during the week. He is very respectful and enjoys being around worldly individuals. You should have at least 3 years of private experience as a private driver. Please submit your resume with Driver/Companion in the subject. Salary is 50-65k, DOE.

High profile West side family is looking to hire a top-notch house manager to run interference on two properties.  They have a large staff and the house manager will function as a buffer between the staff and the Principals.  The House Manager will also be responsible for wrangling the various vendors and overseeing upcoming construction projects.  A tech savvy candidate is strongly preferred.  The hours are basically 8:00am to 6:00pm, but you must also be reachable on email after hours.  This job requires flexibility and thick skin.  Pay and benefits, DOE.  

SAN FRANCISCO: We are looking for a smart, organized and articulate Assistant for a prominent San Francisco Family. The matriarch of this family is hysterical! It is a great place to work.

Ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years working in a support role, preferably out of a home office so you understand the dynamic of this type of intimate environment.

You will be responsible for managing a busy social calendar, booking reservations (travel and restaurant), vendor negotiations, correspondence, answering house phone, greeting guests (when butler is busy), simple bill paying, running local errands, managing spreadsheets, etc.

A service attitude is very important to this client, any experience working in a concierge setting would be a bonus.

They family entertains Politicians, Movie Stars and other local Celebrities, so you should be up to date on current events and feel comfortable having conversations with High Profile guests.

College degree is preferred but not required.

Please do not apply if you do not have at least 10 years of work experience. We are looking for someone who is wise and has life experience!

Salary DOE: $75,000 +

Please send professional resumes in Word doc: sfjobs@thehelpcompany.com

Bel Air high profile Mrs. is looking for a fashionable Personal Assistant, House Manager and Lady Sitter. Are you able to organize, handle scheduling and oversee staff? Do you have recent experience as a butler / personal assistant and or house manager?  You have experience with luxury. Maybe you worked for a five store hotel or at the Cartier store on Rodeo. You can work in a formal home but you are cool and fashionable and you can hang with the Mrs.
This is a job for someone who is 100 percent flexible with their schedule. Must be willing to travel weeks at a time. Family has two homes so you will be handling both. Must be animal and kid friendly.

Family of five seeks house manager to help maintain property, coordinate schedules, oversee improvements and help with meal planning and educational and shopping needs. The family includes two working parents and three amazing school-aged children in a one-acre historic property. The manager will oversee the upkeep of the home and grounds, working with gardeners and housekeepers and arranging smooth operation and maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, electric, phone, IT and security systems, along with solar panels, pool, fountain and jacuzzi equipment. The manager will also help organize household storage, sort household possessions, plan family events, arrange appointments, run errands, make travel plans, create menu plans and help make medical and tutoring appointments. The ideal applicant is an organized problem solver, independent and self sufficient and excited about helping a dynamic and creative family. Position is Monday – Friday , 20-30 hours per week, could be more for the right person!

Family company based in West LA is looking for an experienced estate manager who can oversee construction on the primary residence, and upkeep on the 3 additional homes all based in the area. We are looking for a take-charge person who is comfortable taking initiative and handling all of the management whether it is vendors or staff or more menial tasks like changing a light bulb and fixing a leak. This is mainly a Monday through Friday position, however if there is an event on the weekend, you will be expected to oversee it. There is an office on site of the main residence where you will be based. Principal would only like to consider West side applicants who are already residing in West LA. There is one dog on the property so you must be dog friendly. This is a salaried position with benefits.

A formal NY couple is looking for an experienced, LOCAL NY candidate to act as their Chief of Staff/Estate Manager. You will be responsible for managing this 30 acre property in Bedford Hills.

You will b in charge of managing a staff of 5, dealing with vendors and assessing bids, maintaining a household manual as well as managing 10 small homes on the property. It would be wonderful if you have knowledge of construction, budgets, and handling the vendors would be helpful.

Ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years recent, full time experience working as an EM, managing several properties and several employees.

Housing accommodations is separate quarters on the property. Salary DOE. $150k+

Local Candidates only please!

Please send professional resumes to: nycjobs@thehelpcompany.com

This is the most exciting Head of Property Estate Manager that we have ever received. We feel proud to be representing this family in their search. The The Estate Manager carries out the wishes of the owner at multiple homes and locations. This role is responsible for all operational management ensuring highest level of service and operations. This will include Standard-Setting and Houseful Procedures, Staffing, Vendor and Contract Negotiation, Property and Systems Management, Budget Preparation and Implementation, as well as Safety and Security. This position reports to the Chief Operating Officer and supervises estate staff and house managers.

Education, training, experience:

• Bachelors degree in business related discipline preferred
• Minimum two years of hospitality related events planning and operational experience
• Highest level of personal service experience with private families and/or individuals
• Well-educated in luxury items such as fine art and antiques
• Proper social etiquette and cultural knowledge
• Acute business skills in the areas of finance, computers, planning and organization
• Human Resources management
• Independent and team project management
• Creative and intuitive thinking and problem-solving
• Very resourceful
• Extremely well-traveled
• Up-to-date on applicable technologies and global communications
• Negotiating skills
• Often multilingual
• Service training for private and/or hotel environments
• Knowledge of food and beverage operation and service delivery
• Strong prioritization, organization, multitasking and analytical skills
• Excellent customer service skills (telephone and in person)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, as well as opening closing and securing event venues as required
• Ability to maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving modeling, and communicating in an effective manner with clients, customers, coworkers and management
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Follow safety policies and procedures for department as well as winery safety protocols
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds

Please send professional resumes to: sfjobs@thehelpcompany.com

To start, this will be Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am-5pm. This will turn into full time in the near future. You will get to work with one of our favorite Estate Managers and a wonderful team where everyone gets along. You will be in charge of exterior janitorial work along with basic repairs inside of the house (lightbulbs, windows, paint touch up, etc…)

This is on the books and once it goes to full time, the family offers wonderful benefits!

Single Man in Westlake Village seeks Estate Manager/Personal Assistant /Butler Hybrid. We are looking for a jack of all trades… your greatest skills are organization, reliability, prioritizing, project management, and event planning. The schedule is 5 days a week… Two of the days need to be Saturday and Sunday. 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. but most likely you will be working 8 hour days. Duties include managing both the primary and secondary residence on the 4.5 acre property . Must be familiar with landscaping and remodels, construction etc. The energy in this house is calm, encouraging, and SUPER organized. The ideal candidate can make executive decisions, is a team player, and LOVES to work! They will need to get along with everyone as they will work alongside a wonderful house keeper, maintenance, venders, and most importantly the owner’s guests. They will be kind, honest, and have a high value of privacy. It is key this candidate is capable of planning large events or small dinner parties, can research the best estate vendors, manage home renovations, and can handle mundane day to day tasks like running errands. You will be the head of the house and will not need micromanaging. You will be cooking dinner for one person and possible guests on Friday or Saturday . Please be dog friendly! Client pays on the books and reimburses for health insurance. WEST VALLEY APPLICANTS ONLY!