Estate Manager Sought for Palace - Doha

A family of five (husband-wife, and three children aged 10, 5 and 2). Live in a beautiful palace in Doha, Qatar. They have around 20 members of staff that work for them in their palace. They are now looking for an experienced Palace and Estate Manager to manage the palace and its staff.

Package Offered

$50,000-$150,000 gross per year
Accommodation
Return flights once a year
Tax-free salary
The car should it be required.

Family Background

A professional and busy family, they live in their main residence in Qatar. The family travel throughout the year but for short periods of time. They have a busy staff, who have all been with the family for many years, working well as a team. This consist of nannies for the children, Chefs, drivers, security, housekeepers and maids. The staff are managed by the HR department/family office who are based in Qatar. As the Estate Manager, you should be a clear leader to help define the hierarchy of staff in the home and help give more privacy to the family.

Duties

Your role will be on Estate Management, managing the staff and ensuring that the house is run to the highest standards. You will be the go-between for the principal and the staff, working closely with the HR department and helping manage the entire team. You should be highly organised and efficient at your job and used to managing staff. You should have a positive and discreet professional approach, and you should be highly flexible to focus fully on the needs of the principal and their family. From managing contractors, dealing with any problems, hiring and recruiting new staff, through to day to day running of the family estate. You may be asked to travel with the family or remain in Qatar when the family travel in order to ensure the smooth running of the palace, so you should have a full valid passport.

Location/Accommodation

The palace is based in Doha, Qatar. You will be provided accommodation which is private. Either a separate apartment or an area within the staff quarters - depending on your preference.

Days/Hours

Monday through to Saturday. You will be expected to work 6 days, however, the family would be flexible to consider 5.5 days if required.
Working 10-12 hours per day, with regular breaks. Flexible to work around the family’s schedule.

Languages

You must speak a good level of English to communicate with the principals, the staff and the HR department.

Special Skills

You should be happy to take a senior role in the house, managing the entire team.

Interview/Start date

ASAP - the family are prepared to wait to find the right person, but the interviews/selection process has begun.