EH155 - House Manager - Bed Stuy, Brooklyn na British American Household Staffing

A warm, thoughtful couple preparing to welcome their first child is seeking a part-time house manager for their home in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn. This is initially for a six-month contract but if both sides feel it is going well, it could become a permanent position. The couple are open to the following schedule options; Monday, Wednesday, Friday for approximately 8-hour days, or Monday through Friday for approximately five-hours per day. The position is a mixture of on-site and remote co-ordination. 

The candidate will be responsible for centralizing family scheduling and oversee all active home projects, vendors, and household staff.

The couple believe in professionalism, kindness, laughter and crystal clear communication —  They are both typically busy professionals and their home is organized, supportive, and welcoming — they have big families that are around often. They treat their team as trusted partners and aim to create a positive, well-structured experience for everyone involved.

Responsibilities include but aren't limited to the following,

• Go-to person for all things household
• Oversee household staff and collaborate with principals
• Keep the home organized and well-run
• Run errands as needed
• Manage and oversee vendors and service providers
• Manage the couples work, personal, and family calendars
• Supervise and manage renovations/construction
• Help with organizing 
• Be able to source estimates and invoices
• Maintain time sheets for household staff and prepare weekly/bi-weekly hours summary for payroll
• Be comfortable handling expenses, reporting, and working with budgets
• Manage paperwork, bills, etc.
• Ensure seasonal services are scheduled
• Organize and schedule deliveries
• Ensure baby gear and supplies are available 
• Help with trip planning and event coordination
• Help hire and source other positions as necessary, such as Nannies, Housekeepers, Chefs etc. working with agencies as needed

• Must be tech-savvy
• Hands-on approach
• No job too big/too small mentality

• US passport, Green Card or EAC

• Proven, verifiable experience in a similar role

• Experience drawing up a household manual/ implementing household protocols

• Excellent communication and organizational skills with attention to detail

• High level of discretion and professionalism

• Flexible

• $50K +
• PTO
• Sick Days