House Manager to Private Family on the Upper East Side, NYC

NO FURTHER APPLICATIONS.

Location: Upper East Side, Manhattan, New York, USA
Salary: $120,000 – $150,000 gross per year, DOE
Schedule: Full-time, live-out, 9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday with occasional weekend support
Start Date: ASAP
Job Reference: NYC-HM

Overview

Wr are looking for a warm, professional and highly organised House Manager to run a townhouse on the Upper East Side for a busy family with young children.

You will be the operational centre of the home, ensuring everything runs smoothly whether the family is in residence or travelling.

This is a highly confidential position and we can only share a few details on the role publicly. All candidates who interview will be required to sign an NDA prior to the interview.

Key Responsibilities

  • Household operations: Oversee the day-to-day running of the townhouse, including budgets, schedules and household accounts.
  • Staff management: Hire, train and supervise housekeepers, nannies and drivers, and manage rotas.
  • Vendors & maintenance: Coordinate contractors, building systems, preventive maintenance and renovation projects.
  • Family support: Manage calendars, school logistics, deliveries and seasonal home transitions.
  • Travel & properties: Liaise with staff at secondary residences (e.g. the Hamptons) ahead of family arrivals.

Requirements

  • Experience: Minimum 5 years managing a UHNW private residence, Manhattan experience preferred.
  • Organisation: Strong project management, budgeting and vendor negotiation skills.
  • Leadership: Confident, kind leader of household teams.
  • Discretion: Absolute confidentiality and verifiable references.
  • Work authorisation: Must be authorised to work in the United States.

How to Apply

Please send a copy of your CV to jobs@squadplacements.com, quoting job reference NYC-HM in the subject line.

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