Senior Travelling Housekeeper (12-month fixed term) | UK + Global Travel
- Reference:
- CP1038b
- Category:
- Shore Based Jobs
- Position:
- Villa / Residence Staff
- Salary:
- £5,000 net per month
- Location:
- UK + Global travel
- Job posted:
- July 9, 2026
Overview
We’re looking for an experienced Senior Travelling Housekeeper to join a dynamic UHNW household on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
This position calls for someone with genuinely high standards in housekeeping, personal service, and wardrobe care, supporting a portfolio of luxury residences across the UK, Europe, and the Middle East.
This is initially a fixed-term position, covering the household’s peak travel period, with the strong possibility of extension into a permanent role for the right candidate.
Job duties
Responsibilities of the Senior Travelling Housekeeper (fixed term contract) include:
- Preparing and presenting all properties ahead of Principal and guest arrivals to an immaculate, hotel quality standard
- Undertaking all aspects of high standard housekeeping including deep cleaning, surface care, and meticulous upkeep of all rooms and shared spaces
- Specialist laundry and ironing, with particular expertise in the care of couture, delicate fabrics, and luxury garments
- Comprehensive wardrobe management, including seasonal organisation, packing, and unpacking for travel
- Overseeing household provisioning and inventory management, ensuring kitchens, pantries, and household stores remain fully stocked and well ordered at all times
- Liaising professionally with contractors, maintenance personnel, and trusted household suppliers
- Providing day-to-day household support including occasional errands as required
- Travelling internationally to support the Principals across all residences in the Middle East, Europe, and the UK
Candidates must be/have:
- Extensive experience in UHNW settings, with outstanding housekeeping expertise
- Specialist knowledge in the care, laundering, and management of luxury garments and high-value textiles
- Highly organised and self-directed, with the ability to manage a residence independently and bring it to perfect readiness without supervision
- Discreet, polished, and professionally presented at all times, with the gravitas and confidence befitting a senior household professional
- A genuine eye for detail and an innate commitment to excellence
- Deeply service-minded, with the ability to anticipate needs, work quietly and efficiently, and adapt seamlessly across different household environments
- Comfortable with a high degree of international travel, including at short notice
- Full, clean driving licence
- Right to work in the UK
Accommodation
When travelling with the Principals, suitable private accommodation is provided at all locations.
Applicants should hold an established base near or in Central London.
Hours
Full-time, fixed 12-month contract.
Location
London, UK + travel to Middle East and Europe.
Travel patterns vary seasonally and will be discussed in full at interview stage.
Salary
£5,000 net per month.
Live-out at the London base. Live-in accommodation provided at all travel locations.
Job ref
CP1038b: Senior Travelling Housekeeper (12-month fixed term contract) in UK + travel.
Work Experience Requirements:
All applicants must have previous experience in working on a Yacht.
Language Requirements:
Good knowledge of the English language is required.
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