Role: Live-out Head of Household / Estate Operations
Days: Monday to Friday (flexibility required)
Location: Surrey, UK
Salary: £70,000–£85,000 (depending on experience, upper for exceptional candidates)
Benefits: Discretionary bonus and private healthcare
Contract: Permanent
Start: ASAP/Flexible
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced and service-driven Head of Household / Estate Operations to oversee the management of a substantial private estate in Surrey
This is a senior, hands-on role suited to a candidate with proven experience supporting UHNW households and managing high-spec properties. The position will take responsibility for the pre-opening, mobilisation and long-term operational running of a newly refurbished residence, working closely with the family office and wider support team. The successful candidate will act as a key point of coordination between the Principals, household staff and external providers, ensuring the estate is maintained and operated to the highest standard at all times
The estate comprises a large main residence, additional secondary property and extensive grounds, including leisure facilities and equestrian elements. The household is used periodically throughout the year, requiring a candidate who can maintain standards in the Principals’ absence and deliver a seamless experience when in residence. This is a long-term opportunity for a high-calibre candidate who takes pride in delivering exceptional standards and is confident operating at the highest level of private service.
Key Responsibilities
• Full oversight of household and estate operations
• Pre-opening, snagging and project coordination
• Management and leadership of household staff
• Supplier and contractor management
• Budgeting, financial oversight and procurement
• Coordination of maintenance, systems and facilities
• Supporting the Principals with lifestyle, travel and household requirements
• Producing regular updates and reports for the family office
Candidate Profile
• Proven experience in a similar senior household or estate management role within a UHNW environment
• Strong leadership and organisational skills, with the ability to manage teams and multiple workstreams
• Highly proactive, detail-oriented and service-driven
• Confident working independently and liaising with Principals and family office teams
• Strong communication skills with a professional and discreet approach
• Technically capable with a good understanding of property systems and reporting
• Surrey based, or with easy commute to the Leatherhead area
• Excellent contactable references
• 5+ years’ experience working as a Head of Household, Estate Operations or House Manager within a private household
To apply for the position please send your CV to info@poppylaneplacements.com