Household Manager- New Canaan / NYC in New Canaan, Connecticut at The Calendar Group

A busy family with multiple residences in Connecticut and New York City is seeking an experienced, highly organized Household Manager/Personal Assistant to oversee household operations, manage vendors and staff, coordinate travel and logistics, and provide hands-on support as needed. This is an ideal opportunity for a resourceful professional who enjoys variety, thrives in a dynamic environment, and is comfortable balancing administrative, managerial, and practical responsibilities.

The successful candidate will serve as a trusted right hand, ensuring that all residences, projects, and household operations run smoothly while adapting to changing priorities and needs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of multiple residences

• Coordinate and manage household vendors, contractors, landscapers, and service providers.

• Supervise and support household staff, including training and overseeing housekeepers.

• Manage household inventory, supplies, and organizational systems.

• Schedule and oversee maintenance, repairs, and property improvement projects.

• Coordinate vehicle servicing, registrations, and related logistics.

• Arrange and manage travel logistics, including flights, ground transportation, accommodations, and itineraries.

• Coordinate deliveries, installations, art projects, and special household requests.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for household-related matters.

• Maintain household records, calendars, and operational documentation.

• Assist with pet-related logistics as needed.

Qualifications

• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.

• Experience managing multiple properties and coordinating numerous vendors and service providers.

• Ability to manage both strategic responsibilities and hands-on tasks.

• High level of discretion, professionalism, and trustworthiness.

• Flexible, adaptable, and able to pivot quickly as priorities evolve.

• Animal-friendly and comfortable around dogs and cats.

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.