Butler / Valet
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Build Recruitment are working with an Ultra High Net Worth (UHNW) client to make the key appointment of Personal Butler / Valet: Essex & London £65k + benefits.
We seek a discreet Personal Butler / Valet who will always maintain the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism. You must be flexible with a "can do" attitude and a great sense of style, be happy to travel and be willing to work as part of a dedicated, loyal team.
Working directly with the principal, the Butler / Valet will also have responsibility for the organisation of the wardrobe. This will entail changing the wardrobe according to the season and catalogue all the items and keep a detailed inventory, to include footwear, jewellery, watches, and personal items.
The Butler / Valet should possess a thorough understanding of front-of-house guest services, as there will be occasional backup support in butler duties, mainly when supporting family events and VVIP guests at other family residences.
Duties include:
- Managing the principal's and immediate family members' wardrobes to an exceptionally high standard of detail, including laundering, dry cleaning, and overseeing alterations.
- Assist with the principal's daily dressing routines and sourcing the appropriate attire that aligns with the schedule and high-profile events.
- Maintaining an up-to-date wardrobe garment inventory and conducting rotations for the principal and immediate family members when necessary.
- To be responsible for purchasing garments, outfits, accessories, directly or indirectly via the personal shopper to include purchases, individual shopping, bespoke tailor fittings, seasonal bespoke wardrobe selection with high-end designers, itineraries, errands and gift purchases, health and well-being appointments, personal trainer, and sports participation schedules.
- To Transform and de-clutter disorganized spaces into a haven of calm and order so the principal can enjoy his clothing and accessories more curably from each residence.
- Establish how each family member would like their items arranged expertly; sort individual items by garment, style, and colour so the client can easily combine and create outfits with minimal fuss, especially at short notice.
- Knowledge of jewellery, watches and competency in its proper care and handling, insurance, and storage.
- Maintaining a client's footwear (polishing, cleaning, managing repair). Accompanying the client on trips and packing and unpacking all wardrobe-related items.
- Organizing and correctly storing clothes during the off-season and safeguarding and prolonging the life of clothing against colour-fading, insects, mould, or bacterial contamination.
- Overseeing garment specialist repairs when needed, liaising with both Laundress and bespoke tailors.
- Preparation and overseeing all medication, liaising directly with the Family Private PA or Female Principal concerning medical instructions.
Ocassional travel will be part of this role as the principal travels a few times a year via private jet charter, ensuring that the Chairman's inflight travel requirements are fully met. The Personal Butler / Valet will be expected to accompany the Chairman on each trip.
The Personal Butler / Valet must prepare appropriate attire and unpack on arrival, ensuring all personal requests are met before the principal arrives at the destination and coordinating with the family private PA on vaccinations, interior expectations, and itineraries.?
The successful candidate will have relevant experience as a Personal Butler / Valet, supporting an UHNW and high-profile family and extended family.
For more information or to apply, please contact Marcus May on07951 786 236For more information or to apply, please contact Marcus May on 07951 786 236
Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Build Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.
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