House manager recruitment · London & UK
House manager recruitment for private households
House managers who run the staff, suppliers, budgets and diary of a private home - or several. Found through Michael's private network and vetted by him personally.
The short answer
What a house manager does for your household
A house manager runs a private home as an operation: hiring and leading the staff, managing suppliers and contractors, holding the household budget, and keeping the family's diary, travel and events on track.
In larger households the house manager reports to a chief of staff or family office. In smaller ones they work directly with the principal.
House managers we place
Find the right kind of house manager
Single residence
Runs one London home and its team day to day.
Multi-residence
Keeps standards the same across homes in several countries.
House manager and PA
Combines running the house with the principal's diary and travel.
House manager salary
What does a house manager cost?
Typical gross annual salaries from MOR's recent searches, before the placement fee.
| House manager | Typical salary |
|---|---|
| Single residence | £65k–£85k |
| Multi-residence | £80k–£100k+ |
| House manager and PA | £70k–£95k |
Gross annual salary. Packages vary with the size of the household and the hours.
Vetting
How we vet house managers
- Face-to-face interview with Michael, and a practical discussion of a real household brief
- References verified directly with previous principals, family offices or estate offices
- Identity, right to work and background checks
- Trial days in your home before an offer
Questions
Hiring a house manager: FAQs
What is the difference between a house manager and an estate manager?
A house manager runs the home and its staff. An estate manager runs land, buildings and outdoor teams, usually on a country estate.
How long does it take to hire a house manager?
Under a week from brief to shortlist.
What does a house manager agency charge?
Fees are agreed with each client and depend on the search. Every search starts with an engagement deposit, credited against the fee.
Other household staff
Looking for a house manager?
Tell Michael about the household. Confidential, with a reply the same working day.