Location: Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE
Salary: AED 20,000 to 25,000 per month, depending on experience
Start: Immediate
Contract: Permanent, full-time, live-in
Package: Live-in accommodation at the residence, employment visa, annual return flight
Reporting to: The Principal
Open to all nationalities. Arabic is a strong advantage.
Role Summary
A prominent UHNW family in Dubai is appointing a Villa Manager for the Principal's estate on Palm Jumeirah: a permanent, fully staffed residence with a team of 10 to 15 across all departments. Works closely with the Travelling Butler, family office and wider team. Long-term appointment; a calm, confident leader with backbone.
Responsibilities
- Lead, train and schedule 10-15 staff (housekeeping, kitchen, chauffeurs, maintenance); recruit, onboard, manage performance and welfare
- Butler-standard service to the Principal and family in residence; food, beverage, formal service and events
- Upkeep of villa, grounds, contents and art; contractors and suppliers; budgets, inventories, accounts, purchasing
- Coordinate with Travelling Butler, EA, PA, chef, security, family office; absolute confidentiality
Experience
- House Manager, Estate Manager or Butler in a UHNW private residence highly preferred; five-star hotel, aviation, yacht or high-end private service considered
- Proven leadership of a sizeable multi-department team; budgeting and IT skills
- Formal butler training an advantage; Arabic a strong advantage