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Couple Job

  • Sector: Private Households & Estates
  • Function: Couple
  • Contact: Archie McClintock
  • Contact Phone: +442072339950
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Location: Belgium
  • Salary: DOE
  • Job Ref: 239061
  • Contact Email: archie@greycoatlumleys.co.uk

Idyllic Domestic Couple Job in Rural Coastal Belgium

An elite, semi-formal family based in rural Belgium is seeking a highly professional, hands-on Domestic Couple to manage their primary estate and holiday properties. This position requires a proactive, "concierge-style" approach to ensure the family's daily life runs seamlessly.

Position Overview

  • Household Structure: 3 family members (Monsieur, Madame, and a 12-year-old son).

  • Salary: circa €50,000 Gross Each (€100,000 Gross combined) per annum  

  • Accommodation: Separate, premium housing provided on-site with all utility and energy costs fully covered.

  • Working Week: 5 days per week, requiring flexibility around the employers' changing needs

  • Staffing Structure: The family already employs other staff members, including a private chauffeur, professional chef, and live-out housekeeping staff. This is a collaborative environment requiring an exemplary team attitude.

General Candidate Requirements

  • Right to Work: EU right to work is preferred.

  • Driving: Both candidates must hold a clean, valid driving license.

  • Languages: Excellent command of English is mandatory (fluent French is a plus).

  • Family Preferences: Active, dynamic couples with no dependents and no pets.

Split Responsibilities

Role 1 (Focus on Maintenance, Logistics & Security)

  • Driving: Handling the school run and transporting the 12-year-old son to extracurricular activities like tennis. A strong emphasis is placed on safety and security.

  • Estate & Property Management: Checking the different houses on the main property, handling minor repairs, and coordinating/managing external suppliers for complex maintenance.

  • Gardening: Hands-on assistance with garden upkeep and outside maintenance (cleaning patios, washing windows).

  • Smart Home & AV Support: Ensuring all household systems function perfectly, including Wi-Fi, TVs, music systems, and kitchen appliances.

  • Animal Care: Daily feeding and care of the family's animals (dog, chickens, donkeys).

  • Holiday Properties: Travelling to inspect and manage the apartment in Knokke (North Sea coast). Travelling to Courchevel twice a year to open and close the ski property before and after the season.

  • Hospitality: Assisting the professional chef and serving during important dinners.

Role 2 (Focus on Housekeeping, Wardrobe & Hospitality)

  • Daily Housekeeping: Keeping the main residence clean, organized, and maintained to the highest standards.

  • Wardrobe Management: Complete care of the family's clothes, ensuring thorough knowledge of inventory and storage locations. Handling laundry, delicate fabrics, and ironing.

  • Packing: Managing luggage preparation and unpacking for the family's frequent travels.

  • Light Cooking: Preparing simple meals when the chef is off (e.g., breakfasts, eggs, salads, steaks, pasta).

  • Home Organization: Proactively managing household stock, making suggestions when items need to be renewed, replaced, or upgraded.

  • Hospitality: Working alongside the chef to assist with food preparation and service during important dinners.

Ideal Attitude & Attributes

  • Proactive, "concierge" mentality with a service-driven, can-do attitude.

  • Positive outlook—happy to work, willing to learn, and satisfied with their profession.

  • High level of discretion and absolute respect for the family's privacy.

  • Flexible mindset to handle changing schedules and short-notice property preparations.

  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills to maintain a harmonious relationship with live-out staff.

Contact & Process

The family is looking to progress quickly with interviews. Please submit your CV and application directly to the consultant in charge:

Job ID: 109277

Consultant: Archie McClintock