An exclusive ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) private estate is searching for an experienced Butler / Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive lifestyle support and world-class service to the principals, their family, and distinguished guests. This role seamlessly blends refined, traditional butler duties with the structured efficiency and foresight of an executive-level personal assistant.

Operating with utmost confidentiality, poise, and initiative, the ideal candidate will navigate a sophisticated estate environment with ease while anticipating the household's expectations and delivering bespoke, flawless service. As a proactive private-service expert, you prioritize discretion, excel in a cohesive team setting, take pride in exceptional standards, and seek long-term professional fulfillment.

This position offers the unique opportunity to support the family across global locations through domestic and international travel, orchestrate high-profile gatherings and unique lifestyle experiences via expert event management, and thrive within a supportive team culture that fosters professional growth and recognizes dedication, discretion, and excellence.

The role commences with a thirty-day trial phase; a permanent, full-time commitment is contingent upon the demonstration of exemplary performance during this introductory period.

Personal Assistance

• Provide day-to-day personal support to the principals and family members.

• Manage appointments, reservations, personal schedules, errands, and day-to-day requests.

• Coordinate personal shopping, gifts, deliveries, correspondence, and other lifestyle requirements.

• Research and arrange restaurants, entertainment, activities, and bespoke experiences.

• Maintain confidential records of personal preferences and recurring arrangements, and own every request through to completion.

Butler & Guest Services

• Deliver formal and informal butler service to the principals and their guests.

• Prepare and serve beverages, meals, and refreshments with impeccable timing and presentation.

• Maintain exceptional standards of table service and dining etiquette; assist with private dinners, receptions, and VIP entertaining.

• Welcome and discreetly assist guests, anticipating their requirements while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.

Household Coordination

• Communicate daily priorities and ensure tasks are completed to the family's standards.

• Coordinate with chefs, housekeepers, drivers, security personnel, and other household staff, and with vendors and contractors.

• Assist with household organization, inventory, and replenishment of personal and household items.

• Identify issues proactively, follow up appropriately, and coordinate closely with the House Manager.

Travel & Logistics

• Coordinate and support domestic and international travel, including itineraries, transportation, accommodations, and dining.

• Prepare luggage and personal items for travel, and liaise with drivers, aviation providers, and hotels.

• Accompany the family during travel when required, maintaining continuity of service away from home.

Events & Entertaining

• Assist with the planning and execution of private dinners, celebrations, and VIP events.

• Coordinate guest lists, invitations, table settings, and event logistics.

• Liaise with caterers, florists, and other vendors to ensure events run to the family's standards with minimal disruption.

Confidentiality & Professional Standards

• Maintain absolute confidentiality regarding the family's personal, professional, financial, and social affairs, adhering strictly to household privacy and security protocols.

• Exercise sound judgment with sensitive information and in all interactions with guests and third parties; represent the family professionally at all times.

• Employment is contingent on a background check and reference verification, and on executing a non-disclosure and confidentiality agreement.

• Minimum 10+ years in private service, luxury hospitality, executive/personal assistance, or a comparable high-service environment; minimum 5 years with a UHNW/HNW family (required).

• Diploma or degree in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, or Tourism and Hospitality

• Formal butler training or certification, and prior experience in a private estate, family office, luxury hotel, or similar setting, strongly preferred.

• Comfortable within a multi-staff household, with a clear sense of hierarchy, protocol, and etiquette.

• Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail; strong verbal and written communication.

• Demonstrated discretion, integrity, sound judgment, and composure under pressure, reading needs before they are voiced.

• Strong computer literacy and administrative skills.

• Valid U.S. driver's license with a clean driving record preferred; legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Strong foundation in formal dining and VIP entertaining; wine, beverage, wardrobe, or lifestyle-service knowledge, and additional language skills, are assets.

• 110,000 - $160,000