Job Description
**Prior experience as an Estate Manager, Assistant Estate Manager, or House Manager is required. Candidates without this background will not be considered. A distinguished private household is seeking an exceptional, hands-on Estate Manager to serve as the operational heartbeat of a beautifully run home. This is a role for a seasoned leader who sets the standard by example — walking the property each morning, partnering closely with every team throughout the day, and personally upholding the level of care the home is known for. If you pair refined hospitality instincts with sharp project management skills — and you genuinely enjoy the work of running a home, not just managing the people who do — this role was designed for you. THE ROLE Daily Leadership You'll set the tone through hands-on presence — daily walkthroughs, proactive problem solving, and active partnership with every team member. You lead by example and pitch in wherever the standard of the home requires it. Vendor & Project Management You'll own vendor relationships end-to-end — sourcing, vetting, scheduling, and holding partners to the highest standard. You'll lead competitive bid processes and personally walk projects from kickoff through completion to ensure nothing slips. Hospitality & Entertaining You'll be the calm, polished presence behind every dinner party, gathering, and milestone celebration — partnering closely with culinary and service teams to deliver moments that feel effortless. The home will be guest-ready, always. Household Operations You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with Housekeeping, Culinary, IT/AV, Security, and Landscaping to keep daily life running beautifully. You'll build and refine the SOPs and household manual that make excellence repeatable, manage inventory and procurement, and conduct daily property walkthroughs. Pet Care You'll oversee the well-being of the household pets — coordinating vet appointments, grooming, feeding schedules, exercise routines, and related vendors. A genuine love for animals and a hands-on approach to their daily care is essential. Fleet & Personal Support You'll oversee the household vehicle fleet — maintenance, detailing, registration, insurance — and handle time-sensitive errands and personal requests for the principals with absolute discretion. WHO YOU ARE: A hands-on leader who works alongside the team and sets the standard by example 3+ years as an Estate Manager, Assistant Estate Manager, or House Manager (required) A polished, guest-facing presence with true hospitality DNA A proven project manager who thrives on logistics and follow-through Ability to travel between multiple locations within the Los Angeles area and domestically. Discreet, professional, and unflappable under shifting priorities Genuine affection for animals and comfort with daily pet care responsibilities Fluent in tools like MS Office, Monday.com, Trello, Lutron, Sonos, and Hydrawise Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and comfortable traveling between properties; both local and domestically. Experience with pet care, fleet management, and personal errands is a meaningful plus WHAT WE OFFER : Comprehensive benefits package Monday–Friday schedule, ~45–50 hours/week, with flexibility The opportunity to do the best work of your career alongside a team that values excellence, discretion, and care