Estate Manager

About the Role

CuroHelp specializes in representing elite private staff for distinguished private households, family offices, and estates worldwide. We cater to royalty, entrepreneurs, business leaders, celebrities, international families, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals who demand exceptional standards and absolute discretion. Our reputation rests on professionalism, confidentiality, reliability, and sustaining long-term relationships.

The Estate Manager position based in County Cork requires overseeing all facets of daily estate operations, including managing private residences to ensure smooth and efficient functioning. This leadership role entails coordinating household personnel, contractors, maintenance schedules, budgeting, security, events, and property projects while acting as the primary liaison for the principal and family office. The ideal candidate must possess excellent organisational capabilities, emotional intelligence, and anticipatory problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all daily estate activities.
• Lead, inspire, and supervise household staff members.
• Recruit, onboard, and provide training to new employees.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and external service providers.
• Oversee scheduled and preventative maintenance programs.
• Develop and monitor household and estate budgets.
• Implement systems, procedures, and standards for household services.
• Communicate effectively with principals, family offices, and trusted advisors.
• Plan and manage household events and guest visits.
• Organize travel arrangements across multiple properties.
• Maintain properties in immaculate, guest-ready condition.
• Supervise refurbishment and renovation projects.
• Manage security protocols and emergency preparedness plans.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations.
• Maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
• Generate routine operational and financial reporting.

Required Experience and Skills

• Proven experience managing luxury hotels or estates with grounds.
• Exceptional organisational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to confidently lead teams with professionalism.
• Strong relationship-building skills with staff and principals.
• Capable of managing multiple projects concurrently.
• Composure and effectiveness under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Understanding of luxury standards in service delivery.
• Proactive and anticipatory approach to management.
• Absolute discretion and professionalism.
• Emotional intelligence to understand and implement the principal’s vision.

Preferred Additional Experience

• Work within ultra-high-net-worth or VIP households.
• Experience in royal households or family offices.
• Background in luxury hospitality or boutique hotels.
• Private yacht management expertise.
• Experience managing estates or property portfolios.
• Managing operations across multiple properties.

Qualifications

• Academic degree or relevant professional qualifications.
• First Aid certification.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to acquire one.
• Full and clean Irish driving licence required.

Personal Attributes

• Leadership characterized by confidence and humility.
• Strong problem-solving abilities preventing issues before escalation.
• Strategic thinking balanced with operational excellence.
• Clear and professional communication style.
• Highly trustworthy with a strict respect for privacy.
• Pride in creating outstanding living environments.

Additional Information

• Location: County Cork, Ireland
• Salary: Over €100,000 per annum
• Driving Licence: Full Irish licence required
• Residency: Irish citizenship or right to live/work in Ireland necessary