Estate Manager Agency
Find an estate manager through the agency VIP families trust
EED places exceptional estate managers with private families, UHNW individuals and their households in London, Dubai and worldwide. Fully vetted, personally matched, completely discreet.
What Is an Estate Manager?
The professional who keeps your household running flawlessly
An estate manager oversees the complete operation of a private residence or portfolio of properties — managing staff, budgets, maintenance, vendors and household projects on behalf of the principal. In larger households, an estate manager is the most senior member of the household team, coordinating every other role to ensure the property and its occupants are served to the highest standards at all times.
EED estate managers are experienced professionals who understand the unique demands of working for VIP and UHNW families. They are equally comfortable managing a townhouse in Mayfair, a country estate in the Home Counties or multiple international residences across London, Dubai and beyond.
Many of our estate manager clients also work with our household staff agency for additional roles including butlers, private chefs and domestic couples.
Responsibilities Include
- ✓Day-to-day running of one or multiple properties
- ✓Household staff recruitment, management & scheduling
- ✓Maintenance programmes & contractor oversight
- ✓Budget management & financial reporting
- ✓Event planning & household entertaining
- ✓Vendor & supplier relationships
- ✓Security & access management
- ✓Travel & logistics coordination
Why Choose EED
Estate managers placed with absolute discretion
An estate manager is the most trusted member of your household team — they have access to every part of your home, your schedule and your private life. Getting this placement right matters more than almost any other hire. EED takes the time to understand your household, your standards and your personality before presenting any candidates.
The majority of our placements come through personal referral. Our clients trust us because we have earned that trust over 15 years of discreet, high-calibre placements across London, Dubai and the world's most prestigious addresses.
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Personally interviewed & vetted
Every estate manager in our network has been personally interviewed. We verify all references, check qualifications and conduct an enhanced DBS check before any introduction is made.
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NDA available as standard
All EED placements include the option of a full NDA. We never disclose client names, household details or estate information to candidates or third parties.
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Single and multiple property experience
Our estate managers are experienced managing both single residences and portfolios of properties across multiple countries — adapting seamlessly to your household's specific structure.
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Replacement guarantee
If a placement is not working, we stay with you until it is resolved — backed by our replacement guarantee on every placement.
"We have been in touch with EED for almost 10 years now, and they are always our first port of call for staff. They are discreet, interactions are confidential. I do not hesitate to recommend them as an agency you can trust to actually do what they say they will do."
Valeria Mezhevikina — Executive Assistant to CEO · Monaco · 10 year client
Common Questions
Estate manager — frequently asked questions
What does an estate manager do?
An estate manager oversees the complete running of a private property or portfolio of properties. Responsibilities include staff management, maintenance, budgeting, vendor relationships, event planning and security. In larger households they are the most senior member of the household team, coordinating roles such as butler, private chef and domestic couple.
What is the difference between an estate manager and a house manager?
The terms are often used interchangeably but an estate manager typically implies responsibility for multiple properties or a larger estate, while a house manager may focus on a single residence. Both roles involve day-to-day household operations and staff management. EED will help you define the right role structure for your household.
How much does an estate manager cost?
Estate manager salaries typically range from £50,000 to £100,000+ per year depending on experience, the scale of the property portfolio and the complexity of the role. London and Dubai placements tend to command higher rates. Contact EED for a detailed discussion about your requirements and budget.
Can the estate manager travel between our properties?
Yes — managing multiple residences is a standard expectation for many of our estate manager placements. Our candidates regularly work across properties in London, Dubai, the South of France, Switzerland and beyond. We ensure all travel and contractual arrangements are in place from the outset.
Can EED also supply the rest of my household team?
Yes — EED can staff a complete household. Through our household staff agency we place every role from estate manager and butler to nanny and governess. Many clients build their entire household team through EED, ensuring a consistent standard across every placement.
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