A UHNW private residence in Burford is seeking a highly organised, hands-on, and discreet wardrobe and personal assistant to support both the principals and the wider household team. This is a dynamic, multi-faceted role offering variety across personal service, wardrobe management, travel prep, light housekeeping, and support with entertaining. This position would suit a candidate with prior private household experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to adapt between quieter and busier periods. You will be a vital part of a well-established and professional domestic team, ensuring the smooth operation of the household and exceptional support to the principals. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a professional, long-standing household team in a beautifully run residence with supportive principals. If you are service-driven, detail-oriented, and looking for a varied role in a prestigious setting

Duties outlined but not limited to:

• Manage full wardrobe care: organisation, seasonal rotation, inventory, and storage for both principals.
• Packing/unpacking for trips (local and international), including logistics, preparation, and detailed packing lists.
• Coordinate laundry, dry cleaning, hand washing, steaming, and ironing of clothing.
• Oversee shoe and handbag care, including polishing and minor repairs.
• Track and manage jewellery, including care, storage, and inventories.
• Personal shopping and handling returns; restocking lifestyle products (e.g., Diptyque candles, toiletries, medications).
• Running errands and fulfilling ad-hoc requests from the principals.
• Assist with arranging beauty appointments, including hairdressers, facials, and spa treatments.
• Provide breakfast service and support during formal dinners and family entertaining.
• Occasionally step into housekeeping late shifts, including turndown service and house shutdown routines.
• Work alongside the housekeeping team to ensure care of valuable surfaces (e.g., silks, crystal, fine china, artworks, marble, chandeliers).
• Report defects via internal software (e.g., Limble) and help coordinate with contractors for maintenance.
• Update guest room folders and maintain staff biographies.
• Organise newspaper deliveries and ensure guest and principal areas are prepared in advance of arrivals.
• Issue and track staff uniforms, and assist with training and rotas where necessary.
• Provide occasional cover at the London residence when staff are unavailable.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a private UHNW household or luxury hospitality environment.
• Strong wardrobe management and personal assistant experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work discreetly in a confidential setting.
• Highly proactive, adaptable, and team-oriented.
• Eye for detail with pride in high standards.
• Full UK driving licence required due to rural location.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Comfortable supporting in all areas of the home when needed.

Driving essential due to location

Location: Burford, Oxfordshire

Start Date: Flexible

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, flexibility required

Salary: £50,000

Reference: S&W#329635